The President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Comrade Akinteye Babatunde Afeez, has declared a state of emergency over the deteriorating condition of students’ hostels across tertiary institutions in Nigeria.
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Retired UI Professor Defends Second PhD at 89
Retired Professor of Cell and Molecular Biology at the University of Ibadan, Professor Mark Nwagwu has defended his second PhD at the Institute of African Studies at the age of 89.
UI Honours Four Retired Forestry Scholars with Named Classrooms
The University of Ibadan has commissioned classrooms named after four retired academics from its forestry departments in recognition of their contributions to teaching, research, mentorship, and the development of forestry education in Nigeria.
UI SU Clarifies 13-Week Lecture Schedule
The University of Ibadan Students’ Union has clarified the university’s decision to adopt a 13-week lecture schedule for the current semester, following enquiries from students over the duration of lectures in the academic calendar.
Manifesto Spotlight: Assessing Aribike Victor’s Plans for Katanga’s Finances
One of the most sensitive positions in any student association is that of the Finance Commissioner, or Financial Secretary, as the case may be. Yet, despite its importance, the office often flies under the radar while other executive positions receive greater public scrutiny throughout an administration.
IndyPress UI, FactCheckAfrica to Hold One-Day Fact-Checking Training for Campus Journalists
IndyPress Organisation, in collaboration with FactCheckAfrica, is set to hold a one-day virtual fact-checking training for campus journalists.
Mixed Reactions: UI Recent Graduates React to NYSC Reforms
Following the Federal Government’s proposed reforms to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), which include plans to extend the orientation camp from three weeks to six weeks and review other aspects of the scheme, mixed reactions have continued to trail the proposal among recent graduates and serving corps members.
Reintroducing the Agba Scholar of UI
If the University of Ibadan were a jungle, the AgbaScholar would not be the lion. The lion roars to announce its presence. The AgbaScholar, however, operates like a highly venomous snake, silent, unassuming, and deadly to the self-esteem of anyone who manages to snag a seat with them in the lecture halls.
Can Simeon Oladeji Guard the Health of Katangites?
In line with these responsibilities, Simeon outlined eight key plans for Katangites: the Know Your Health Committee Initiative, Reduction of Foul Smells from Toilets, Health Day Initiative, Mental Health Support Drive, Fumigation of Reading Rooms, Sexual Health and Preventive Initiative, Promotion of Gym and Healthy Lifestyle Habits, and Operation Clean-up Katanga 2.0.
Web3: The New Knowledgemine for Young Minds
Creativity is dynamic. Hence, the world isn’t static but evolving. As we often witness, man’s creative ability has proven to have a direct impact on the functionality of his ecosystem, with technology moving from one phase of development to another.
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