By Femi-Adenyi Joshua The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) of the University of Ibadan, Professor Peter Olapegba, has called for the adoption of a multi-lingual approach to teaching and learning across educational institutions. Speaking on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kayode Adebowale, during a courtesy visit made by Dr. Stephen Onyekwelu, UNESCO’s […]
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“We are raising funds for students at our own end” – UI’SU President, Aweda Bolaji Says
By: Sonaike Peter The President, University of Ibadan Students’ Union, Aweda Bolaji, on Monday, 16th September, 2024, explained that the Union has been fundraising to support certain students. His response comes subsequent to the growing trend of some students seeking financial assistance from the general public as Friday deadline for […]
UI Students Seek Charity As Payment Deadline Approaches, ‘Team Amelioration’ Silent
By: Sonaike Peter Many students of the University of Ibadan have resorted to seeking financial assistance from the general public as Friday deadline for school fees payment approaches, IndyPress reports. With fees deadline set for Friday, September 20th 2024, several students, to include a social club, Agronomy Club, have ignited […]
Students Write Open Letter To Indy Hall Management, Dean of Students, Faults Indy/Zik Barricade
A two-page open letter, dated Friday, 13th September, 2024, has voiced upfront concern over the present condition of the Great Independence Hall of Residence, University of Ibadan. The letter, addressed to Indy Hall Warden, Dr. Adejumobi and the Dean of Students, Professor Keye Abiona, criticized the ongoing plan to install […]
UI DVC Acknowledges Clinical Oncologists as Vital Healthcare Professionals, Calls for Greater Support
By: Femi-Adeniyi Joshua The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) at the University of Ibadan, Professor Peter Olapegba, has commended clinical oncologists for their critical role in healthcare, emphasizing their high regard in the medical field. Speaking on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kayode Adebowale, during a visit from the National Executive Council […]
UI Alumnus Wins First Place in National Competition
By: Sonaike Peter Alimi Yusirat, a University of Ibadan Mechanical Engineering alumnus, has emerged first-place winner in the CODET Project Results national competition. Yusirat was selected to represent UI after developing an automatic syringe pump, which earned her a win at the zonal level and a spot in the national […]
Professor Farai Calls for Urgent Rescue of Nigerian University System
By: Femi-Adenyi Joshua Professor Idowu Peter Farai, an erudite Professor of Radiation and Health Physics at the University of Ibadan, has sounded the alarm on the dire state of the Nigerian university system. In his valedictory lecture titled “The University I met, and the One I am Exiting” delivered on […]
“Remove Middlemen To Ensure Food Security” – UI Don Tells Stakeholders
By: Femi-Adenyi Joshua Professor Adejoke Akinyele, Dean of the Faculty of Renewable Natural Resources, University of Ibadan, has called for the elimination of middlemen in the food and agriculture supply value chain to ensure food security in Nigeria. Speaking at the 40th year reunion of the UI Agriculture and Forestry […]
Nigerian Navy Reaffirms Commitment to Developing Blue Economy, Seeks Stakeholders Support
By: Femi-Adenyi Joshua The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral EI Ogalla, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Navy’s commitment to ensuring a secure environment for the development of the Blue Economy. He emphasized the need for increased support and collaboration from all stakeholders to combat maritime crimes and promote sustainable use […]
Alleged, Car Hits Zik Bridge
By: Toluwalope Ayeye An accident occurred early hours of Sunday, September 1st, 2024, resulting in the damage of a part of the Zik Hall bridge, IndyPress reports. According to an eyewitness at the scene who pleaded anonymity, a car drove straight into the bridge poles, reversed, and sped away almost […]