Following Sunday’s rainfall on June 28, 2026, observations by IndyPress across some parts of the University of Ibadan has revealed several drainage channels clogged with refuse, raising fresh concerns about sanitation, flooding, and public health on campus.
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UI Partners with NJFP as Host Organisation for NJFP 2.0
The University of Ibadan has partnered with the Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP) as a host organisation for the second edition of the initiative following the approval of the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kayode Adebowale.
Months of Waiting: Inside UI Students’ NELFUND Refund Struggles
For many University of Ibadan students, the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has provided much needed financial support since the increase in school fees. However, for students who paid their fees before receiving loan disbursements, obtaining refunds from the university has become a source of frustration and uncertainty.
TESA Electoral Commission Fines Presidential Aspirant ₦20,000 for Electoral Offences
The Technology and Engineering Students’ Association (TESA) Electoral Commission has fined Adenodi Faith, an aspirant for the office of President of the Faculty of Technology, ₦20,000 after finding him guilty of electoral offences.
‘Quality Accommodation is Essential to Students’ Well-Being and Development,’ Says UI VC
The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor Kayode O. Adebowale, has stated that quality accommodation is essential to achieving students’ well-being, safety, and holistic development.
Despite Repair Efforts, Ring 5 Residents Remain Without Power After 48 Hours
Over 48 hours after electricity went off on Saturday, June 20, 2026, students residing in the Ring 5 axis, including Independence Hall, Nnamdi Azikiwe Hall, Obafemi Awolowo Hall, Bello Hall, and several private hostels, are yet to experience power restoration.
Despite Repeated Complaints, Ring 5 Transformer Faults Continue to Leave Students in Darkness
Residents of the Ring 5 axis of the University of Ibadan are once again faced with electricity outages following fresh faults linked to the Ring 5 transformer.
FACTCHECK: Claim That Kidnapped UI Student Has Regained Freedom Is Misleading
A circulated status update claims that the missing Scripture Union Campus Fellowship officials, including the kidnapped University of Ibadan student, have regained their freedom.
Missing UI Student: ‘We Can Confirm Security Authorities Have Been Briefed’ — UISU
The University of Ibadan Students’ Union has provided an update to the university community regarding the reported case of a University of Ibadan student who was declared missing while returning to campus from a fellowship conference in Imo State.
The Enduring Legacy of ‘Eso’: UI Community Mourns the Passing of Legendary Judo Coach, Aloba Stephen
Dressed in sombre black and the stark white of traditional judogi, a solemn crowd gathered near the University of Ibadan gym complex, just beside the Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences. The atmosphere on Wednesday, 17th June 2026, was heavy with an undeniable weight.




