Following the outcome of the initial election of the Students’ History Society of Nigeria (SHSN), University of Ibadan, a re-election has been conducted at a congress to determine the successful candidates for the affected offices.
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Following the confirmation of an imported case of Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease in Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria on October 20, 2026, health authorities have commenced contact tracing, with 44 close contacts identified.
UI Unveils Schedule For 78th Foundation Day, Convocation Ceremony
The University of Ibadan is set to commence its 2026 Convocation and Foundation Day Ceremonies on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
History Department Election: Commission Explains Why Only One of Eight Candidates Won
The Students History Society of Nigeria Independent Electoral Commission (SHSNIEC) has offered a detailed explanation of the decisions and events surrounding the recent election, in which only one of the eight executive candidates in the department secured victory.
Indy Hall Endorses Abiola, Capacity, Al-Ameen Ahead of UI SU Election
The Great Independence Hall has endorsed the candidacies of Abiola Olaniyi, Olaniyan Abdulsamad (Capacity), and Oladipupo Al-Ameen ahead of the 2026 University ofIbadan Students Union Election.
UI to Hold Valedictory Ceremony for Outgoing Vice-Chancellor
The University of Ibadan is set to hold a valedictory ceremony for its outgoing Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kayode Adebowale, on Saturday, October 31, 2026.
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