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NANS also clashed with the military governments over broader political issues. The regime of General Muhammadu Buhari was particularly repressive,

  Without sacrificing the truth  for sentiment, the Hon. Gbadebo David-led Legislative Council has failed Katangites, the student residents of the Great Independence Hall of Residence at the University of Ibadan. The 14th Assembly, led by Gbadebo David as the Speaker of the Council, has been nothing short of a  […]

constitution be amended to include an independent judiciary, with clearly defined powers and functions. The necessity should be drawn from the maladies that exist in our Union, making the third arm a void that needs to be filled. Until then, critical

in their own affairs. The future of the Union and by extension, the quality of student life at the University of Ibadan would be determined by the Saturday Congress. As we approach the Congress, the question must be asked

Nevertheless, it is never too late to turn a leaf. The two Councils must recognize the need to treat students’ welfare as paramount. And the best time to do away with the apparent neglect

Concerned stakeholders, including the management and student leaders across halls, faculties, departments, and student organizations should lend their proactive responses to

By imposing such ‘arbitrary’ fees, these institutions shut out many deserving candidates who are only limited by financial hardship, orchestrated by the anti-people policies by the government. This trend, however, has to stop as it undermines the principle of a merit-based admission. 

Our universities are funded by the public through direct and indirect taxes, and so they should be used to improve student welfare and better the country, rather than on a frivolous agenda.

Equally disturbing is the apathy among the broader student population. Instead of outrage, there is resignation. Instead of protest, silence. But history reminds us that student movements have played a vital role in shaping the direction of Nigeria’s education system

Common rooms are spaces available in residences for the joint use of residents for recreational purposes