“Representation without responsibility is a facade, promising unity but delivering discord.” Anonymous. Hostel life constitutes a distinctive chapter in the journey of students, bearing significant influence on both their academic pursuits and personal development. Amidst the dynamic ambiance of communal living, the presence of floor representatives emerges as pivotal. […]
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New Culture Studio: A Renaissance for Art and Literature in Ibadan
By: Favour Bamijoko John Pepper Clark, in his poem, “Ibadan”, described the city as a “running splash of rust and gold-flung and scattered among seven hills like broken China in the sun”. But beyond and beneath the relentless plains of rusty, dusty, corrugated iron sheets and the seven hills of […]
Fueling Minds and Bodies: How Uites Tackle Campus Food Choices on a Budget
By: Victor Ogunyemi Initially, we indulge in the act of nourishing ourselves, a sentiment beautifully encapsulated by M.F.K. Fisher’s timeless wisdom: “First we eat, then we do everything else.” In the academic realm of the University of Ibadan (UI), where students navigate demanding schedules and rigorous coursework, food transcends mere […]
Audit (2): Can We Defend The Defence Commissioner?
By: Ochi Maduabuchi Nnamdi When a politician takes up a post, he is entrusted with a responsibility. This responsibility is one they chose to pick up and with the support of the people he is empowered to fulfill the items he has laid out in his manifesto. In this audit, […]
“Discipline yourselves academically” – UI DVC to Athletes
By: Aduwo Ayodele The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Professor Peter Olapegba has on Friday, February 9, 2024, charged athletes of the University of Ibadan, at the last West African University Games (WAUG) to apply as much discipline as they attached to sports to their academics. The Deputy Vice-Chancellor Administration, gave the […]
“We wish to extend UBA’s Corporate Social Responsibility to UI” – Mr. Ayomide Babalola
By: Aduwo Ayodele The Business Manager for Oyo Area of the United Bank for Africa, Mr Ayomide Babalola, has on Friday, February 9, 2024 sought the collaboration of the University of Ibadan in a bid to secure a good banking relationship. Mr Babalola, who led a team to the […]
Independence Hall Officially Opens Newly Renovated Junior Common Room (JCR)
By: Ochi Maduabuchi Nnamdi On the 8th of February, the official opening ceremony of the newly renovated JCR took place. The event was held just outside the new JCR and started by around 11:00 am. Present at the event were the Vice Chancellor of the University, Professor K. O. Adebowale, […]
CBN Cup: Quarter-finals Expected To Provide More Excitement Following Thrilling First Round
By: Yusuf Rahmon The ongoing CBN Cup has been an exhilarating journey so far and not devoid of surprises. With the conclusion of the group stage, the second round, which is the semi-finals has been reached. Out of the initial 16 participating teams, eight have successfully progressed to the quarter-finals. […]
INCITIS FOOD Commissions Living Lab In UI
By: Aduwo Ayodele The INCITIS-FOOD, an organisation concerned with improvement of food system in African cities has on the 5th of February commisioned a living laboratory. The consortium, the living lab and all its various buildings were opened by Professor Aderonke Baiyeroju, the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academics). At the […]
53 Years On, Kunle Adepeju Roams
“… establishing the historical context, connecting the intersection, and restating the need for the ideological repositioning of the Students’ Union.” Background Last Thursday, February 1, the remembrance of Kunle Adepeju was a rare occasion for the student community at the University of Ibadan to revisit an occurrence that was highly […]
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