Welcome back to the second semester of a very long academic session. Before you fully lock in, there is a critical concern to mull over, which has received little to no attention. It is the issue of disappearing non-academic holiday that is becoming a new norm. Why should students end […]
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“We Had the Best of Education in UI” – Prince Yemisi Shyllon
Prince Engineer Yemisi Adedoyin Shyllon, an alumnus of the University of Ibadan has acknowledged the impartation of excellence by the institution. Prince Shyllon and another alumnus, Pastor Pitan were in UI as Chairman and Keynote Speaker respectively at the University of Ibadan recently held ‘Research Fair: UI-Town Connect 2024’, one […]
Our Welfare and the Politics of Problem-Solving
By: Ochi, Maduabuchi A new semester brings students not only new courses but also its challenges. Unlike in first semester, many students do not have to worry about finding a hostel space. The challenges of second semester are however not usually new; many of the known problems persist. Politics concern […]
Feminism Of Our Mouths And Feminism Of Our Hands
By: Omakiya, Precious I have come to realize that feminism is like every other form of activism, if you sit on your hand and only fight with your mouth (even as powerful as the tongue might be), you’d probably get nowhere. And if you do ‘in my corner change’, it […]
“Improve Framework of Genetics Research” – Professor Amodu
By: IndyPress News Desk A Professor of Genetics or Molecular Biology and Public Health at the Institute of Child Health, Professor Olukemi Kehinde Amodu on Thursday, 7th November, 2024, has stated that there is a great need to improve on the existing framework of genetics research in Nigeria through sustained […]
UI SME Fair 2024: “We are Committed to Fostering Partnerships with Small and Medium Businesses with Zeal and Fervour” – UI DVC Says
By: IndyPress News Desk The Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Administration at the University of Ibadan, Professor Peter O. Olapegba, on Tuesday, November 5 2024, stated that the University of Ibadan is committed to fostering partnerships with small and medium businesses with zeal and fervor in line with the University’s mission to contribute […]
“Stop cursing Nigeria” – UI Chief Imam Tells Nigerians
By: IndyPress News Desk The Chief Imam of the University of Ibadan Central Mosque, Professor M. O. Abdul-Rahmon has charged Nigerians to stop cursing Nigeria and the leaders but should rather pray for the general success of all. This admonition was contained in his sermon delivered at the special Jumat […]
‘Food for Thought’: The Bitter Taste of Unregulated Prices on Campus
By: Sonaike Peter Although education and nutrition may seem unrelated, they are not indispensable to every human. Adequate feeding, meeting dietary needs, is crucial for students. Nutritious living plays a significant role in academic success. Nutritional inadequacy, on the other hand, can compromise healthy living. Exorbitant food costs in Nigeria, […]
Behind the Whistle: UI Second Semester Football Preview
By: Lawal Damilare The University of Ibadan’s second semester promises to be an exhilarating showcase of talent and competition, featuring electrifying matches, nail-biting finishes, and unparalleled displays of sportsmanship. Following the dramatic events of the previous semester, where the MBBS team pulled off a stunning upset against the star-studded IPE […]
Don’t Just Breathe — Live!
By: Favour Bamijoko With little to no holiday between last semester — with its daunting facets on all sides — and the commencement of a new semester, as students, we can barely say we are enthusiastic about resumption. The emotional baggage from last semester that many bear has enough potential […]
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