On That Weapon Fashioned Against Freedom of the Press
This article looks at some issues with press freedom within the univerisity of Ibadan and the press’ position is on it.
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JCIN Awards Ten Outstanding Young persons
By Khadijat Alade On Thursday 12th August, 2021, Junior Chamber International Nigeria (JCIN), in commemoration of the International Youth day, awarded ten youth for their exceptional qualities in various sectors …
JCIN Awards Ten Outstanding Young persons Read Moreï»żWas October 20 The End?
“…If we are going to quit, what was the point of them losing their lives? This isnât some movie where people just die on camera. People actually died! People lost family members! Or were they just props?…”
ï»żWas October 20 The End? Read MoreTHE PLIGHT OF ENDCORRUPTION, ENDSARS AND ENDBRUTALITY
“…masked to be one who implements law and order. He was trusted by the political authorities and charged with the duty of bringing and commanding peace together with the protection of lives. However…”
THE PLIGHT OF ENDCORRUPTION, ENDSARS AND ENDBRUTALITY Read Moreï»żOkowa Commissions Auditorium in Wifesâ Honour, Call on UI Alumni To Keep Supporting The Institution
âEven the government which is our sole proprietor could not fund us very well. We cannot but thank the alumni for giving back to their University.â
ï»żOkowa Commissions Auditorium in Wifesâ Honour, Call on UI Alumni To Keep Supporting The Institution Read Moreï»żNigeriaâŠWe need answers.
By Osarennoma Ogbeide The past week was all about celebrating Nigeriaâs 60th independence. Citizens and non-citizens in diaspora collectively celebrated our country. However, in the midst of the celebration, there …
ï»żNigeriaâŠWe need answers. Read Moreï»żSOUR MARRIAGE AND VICTIMS
By Oladeji Popoola As they rush into it as though it is Molue* Many surge out of it like water from a valveless tap Memories of their rage and the …
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“I READ ALL MY TOPICS NOTHING LESS THAN FIVE TIMES” âADEYEMI AYEKU, OVERALL BEST STUDENT IN CORPORATE LAW PRACTICE NIGERIAN LAW SCHOOL
Adeyemi Kehinde, Ayeku Esq. is a first class graduate of Law at the University of Ibadan, the Overall Best Student in Corporate Law Practice and the Third Overall Best Student …
“I READ ALL MY TOPICS NOTHING LESS THAN FIVE TIMES” âADEYEMI AYEKU, OVERALL BEST STUDENT IN CORPORATE LAW PRACTICE NIGERIAN LAW SCHOOL Read MorePOLL: WHO IS YOUR NEXT VICE-CHANCELLOR?
Tell us who you think should be the next Vice-chancellor of the University of ibadan. Join the poll, your opinion counts !
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UI FIXES DATE FOR 2020/2021 POST UTME SCREENING EXERCISE
The management of the University of Ibadan has announced the date for the registration of candidates for the 2020/2021 Post UTME screening exercise. This announcement is contained in a statement …
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ï»żUI Honours Four Ibadan Icons, Names Buildings, Street After Them
By Ogunseye Odunayo The Governing Council of the University of Ibadan has approved that three buildings and a Street be named after four Ibadan icons whose academic exploits have strengthened …
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ï»żISDS 2020: The path to peace involves respect for human lifeâUI VC
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Prof Idowu Olayinka has said the path to peace involves respect for human life in all its many aspects more than anything …
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Former UI Dean of Law, Prof Olatunbosun takes over as KolaDaisi University’s Vice-Chancellorï»ż
By Oluwadamilare Ajiboye The former Dean of the Faculty of Law, University of Ibadan, Professor Adeniyi Olatunbosun, has been appointed as the Vice-Chancellor of KolaDaisi University, Ibadan. Confirming his appointment …
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ï»żUCJ UI Pioneer President Gets Inducted As Man O’ War War Marshall
By ĂbĂčkĂșnolĂșwa DĂ da The UCJ UI pioneer President, Dr. Adebayo Ajala, has been inducted as a War Marshall of the Man O’ War unit, Agodi GRA Command at Ikolaba Grammar …
ï»żUCJ UI Pioneer President Gets Inducted As Man O’ War War Marshall Read Moreï»żKuti Hall gets new look as VC commissions projects
By Tobi Odeyinka The Vice Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor Idowu Olayinka has commissioned some projects at the Ransome Kuti hall which include a fountain, studentsâ wash area, …
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Kitchen Chronicles.
â…all that runs within the confines of the four corners of a little or large room leaving me to interact with the utensils in my hand. It sometimes comes with joy and sometimes lamentation…”
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ï»żAFRICAN ACADEMY OF SCIENCES AWARDS UI PROFESSORS
Two Professors at the University of Ibadanâ Prof. Kayode Adebowale, mni, FAS, Professor of Chemistry and Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration) and Prof Grace Olusola Gbotosho, FAS, of the Department of …
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COVID-19: THE PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPACTS ON STUDENTSï»ż
Among students, COVID-19 has heightened the levels of psychological distress as a result of downturn in education and negative academic consequences.
COVID-19: THE PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPACTS ON STUDENTSï»ż Read Moreï»żUI COMMENCES A PROJECT ON CLIMATE CHANGE
By ĂyanuOlĂșwa FĂĄgbiyĂš T. and Ogunseye Odunayo A project aimed at the innovation and adaptation to climate change funded by the French Embassy has kicked-off at the University of Ibadan. …
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CRADLE AND GRAVE
By Oladeji Popoola Her mouth opened wide Frightened by the haze of dust That was swallowing up the restless Children chasing away a whirlwind on the playfield that sprawled beyond …
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ï»żâI am not interested in who becomes the Provost, Dean, Director or Head of Departmentâ – UI VC.
ĂbĂčkĂșnolĂșwa DĂ da âI have had numerous occasions to explain to whoever cares to listen that I am not interested in who becomes the Provost, Dean, Director or Head of Department, …
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ï»żUI students win grant, announce the date for training on organic farming
By ĂbĂčkĂșnolĂșwa DĂ da A team from UI has announced the date for the training of seventy women and youths on Sustainable System of Organic Vegetable Production to be 7th If …
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THE DEMISE OF GBADEBO RICHARD; A SIGN OF OUR SUFFERINGS
By Josmat Jerry Quite a number of wrongs has been overtime swept under the carpet, not because they are not enough to prove wrong but because the time for the …
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ï»żRAPE: THAT WE DO NOT LOSE THIS WAR!
Akinmoyeje Timileyin Precious Aside the superiority of our reasoning faculty, the human species has gained considerable dominion over others on Earth due to our ability to come together to overcome …
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ï»żOwambe
By Osarennoma Ogbeide I once read an article that dissected how much females spend on preparing for Owambes, starting from their hair, down to their shoes. I found it intriguing …
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BREAKING: ANOTHER UI STUDENT IS DEAD
Olaniran Ayodeji Fiyinfoluwa, a 500-L student of the department of Aquaculture and Fisheries Management, and a resident of Kuti Hall at the University of Ibadan died in his sleep, according …
BREAKING: ANOTHER UI STUDENT IS DEAD Read MoreBloom of Swindler
“…wealth makers, this is what we are… Fear no one… they would only wail when you denied them the crumbs they would demand from you.”
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ï»żThe Girl Child: Her Socioeconomic Status, Right To Education And Value In Nigeria
“…a female child is typically perceived to be a weaker being, thus designated to reproduce, to cook, to do household chores compared etc.”
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Look in the Mirror
“Self-respect isnât farfetched; it is simply seeing yourself with value.”
Look in the Mirror Read MoreTWO ESSAYS-CORONA SAGAS; THE FUTURE WE NEED
BY AKINMOYEJE TIMILEYIN PRECIOUS One of the most interesting yet dangerous ways of travelling is by sea. A ship in transit requires occasional checkup from experienced and professional personnels. Failure …
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The spirit of perseverance
Constantly assure yourself that no matter how hard the process is, you didnât come this far to just get that far. You might be lacking support from the people…
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ï»żARO TRADITION: AN INSULT TO THE UNIVERSITY’S CIVILIZATION?
Oh boy! How am I to compete with these people? They look like Albert Einstein to me. I thought to myself. The voice of two guys jolted me back to consciousness. These guys were older boys, bearded and probably same age as my elder brother.
ï»żARO TRADITION: AN INSULT TO THE UNIVERSITY’S CIVILIZATION? Read More“OLE NI EVERYBODY”; THE DILEMMA OF THE PRESENT NIGERIA
In the absence of feasible solutions or who to proffer such solutions, the blame game seem to grant the temporary gratification of letting out frustration to the people who indulge in it….. before we blame the next man for our woes, how about we correct that act of selfishness in us?
“OLE NI EVERYBODY”; THE DILEMMA OF THE PRESENT NIGERIA Read MoreTHE ELEVENTH HOURï»ż
there’s always a demand price to pay, the price varies from one individual to another, you don’t just get things on a platter of gold, you have to sacrifice and go through some endurable fire.
THE ELEVENTH HOURï»ż Read MoreLAGBAJA
âI told you a couple of days ago that you donât know me.â He smirks. âAnd I agree.â I look back and smile. âDoesnât mean I canât guess.â I canât …
LAGBAJA Read More5 movies you must definitely watch this lockdown period
This lockdown period is very boring and long. Most of the times when we are tired of pressing our phones, chatting with family and friends, or reading books, we resort to watching or downloading movies but then we are caught in a dilemma, what movies are interesting?
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THE FEEBLE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN OYO STATE GOVT AND UCH ON THE FIGHT AGAINST COVID-19
In a Radio Program anchored by Isaac Brown, on Fresh FM, Ibadan, there have been conflicting reports from the Oyo state government and the Management of the University Teaching Hospital, Ibadan, as regards the availability of a Testing Centre to aid the fight against corona virus which has been proven to be present in the state.
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UI COMMENCES FUMIGATION OF HALLS
The management of the University of Ibadan had commenced the fumigation of halls-of-residence, starting with Kenneth Mellaby Hall on Monday, March 30th. The fumigation exercise is carried out to ensure …
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THE REALITY OF LIFE AFTER SCHOOL; WE GO DEY ALRIGHT LAST LAST?
Akinmoyeje Timileyin Precious Devastated by the general low turn out of customers due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Kenneth starts to grumble and with a âdo not talk to meâ expression …
THE REALITY OF LIFE AFTER SCHOOL; WE GO DEY ALRIGHT LAST LAST? Read More COVID-19: UI CSO, ANNOUNCES THE CLOSING OF POLYGATE AND AJIBODE GATE.
In bid to curtail the spread of Covid-19 within the university, the management of the University of Ibadan, through the Chief Security Officer (CSO), Mr. Victor, Fadeyibi in a release …
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Is Burna Boy really the best artiste since Fela?
Popular Afro-beat musician Burna boy declared himself to be the greatest Afro beat artiste since Fela. He declared himself the best on tweeter saying âFact! I always knew I was and I am THE BEST. Everyone you think is the best know I am the best since Fela Kutiâ
Is Burna Boy really the best artiste since Fela? Read MoreUCJ UI UNVEILS WINNERS OF MAIDEN ICIR AWARD FOR DATA/INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM
“The Union of Campus Journalists, University of Ibadan, after several months of wait, has finally unveiled the winners of the inaugural/maiden edition of the Annual ICIR Award for Data/Investigative Journalism.”
“In a statement made available by the President of the Union of Campus Journalists, University of Ibadan, Mr. Martins Isaac, the following entrants are named as the top 5 participants in the just graded essay competition.”
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MORE THAN A REMINDER
“Dafe wondered if she was
thinking she could outrun a car. He relaxed back into his seat and watched her walk away. At a certain distance, she looked back. She gave him a small smile and a wave which he returned. He sat in his seat and thought about the night. His thoughts hovered around her statement about the tests.
“Was she really studying
despite being home and apparently even having a job?”
“Was he the only clown who
promised himself a holiday that had a touch of studying but had nothing of the
sort?”
“Was he really ready for
what the month and the rest of the semester was bringing to him?”
UI. VC. Commends NUC periodic accreditation exercise
Adedokun Seyi The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor Abel Idowu Olayinka has stressed that the periodic review of the accreditation exercise of the NUC is not to find …
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HultPrize UI: The journey so far
In pursuance of this course, the Organizing Team met with Prof. Abel Idowu Olayinka, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan; Dr Demola Lewis, the Deputy Dean of Student Affairs; Emeka Ossai, Chief Community Builder at Campus Labs Ng; and Ifeoluwa Olatayo, Winner, National MSME Awards for Nigerian Entrepreneurs to discuss pertinent issues concerning Hult Prize 2020. The Organizing Team was promised full support from the University.
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UCJFSSIB appreciates UCJUI highlighting the past president’s effort
In a press release dated 11 June 2026, the president of the Union of Campus Journalists, Federal School of Statistics, Ibadan, Akinpelu Taofeek, on behalf of his organisation, expressed profound …
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INEC to Conduct PVC Registration Exercise at UI, UCH Ahead of 2027 Elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), in partnership with civic organisation 9jaCount and other stakeholders, will conduct physical voter registration exercises at the University of Ibadan and the University College …
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Masters of the Mic: UI Emerges Overall Winners at FUNAAB’s Maiden Battle of Words (B.O.W)
By Faith Ajewole On Saturday, June 6, 2026, the Un,iveran sity of Ibadan emerged victorious at thethat maiden edition of the Battle of Words, B.O.W competition held ,at the ,Federal …
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UI COFP Issues Urgent Fraud Alert as Impersonation Scandal Targets Students
The University of Ibadan students’ community has been alerted to a fraudulent scheme involving an individual impersonating a staff member of the institutionâs administrative system. In a public notice dated …
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Chase Credibility and not Virality, Media Guru tells young Journalists at ICJC’26
On Saturday, 6th of June, 2026, the Association of Campus Journalists, Obafemi Awolowo University(ACJ’OAU) organised the 2026 edition of its International Campus Journalism Conference (ICJC) which took place at the …
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