UI’SU Electoral Activities & Guidelines: Electoral Ban to be Lifted on Saturday

By: Deborah Idowu The Students’ Union Electoral Commission, University of Ibadan (SUECUI), has announced that the ban on electoral activities will be lifted in two days, marking the beginning of the highly anticipated electoral process for the upcoming elections. According to the special release, all candidates, campaign teams and stakeholders are advised to prepare for […]

Mr And Miss Assesa Pageantry ’24: The Return Of Glamour And Talent

By: Eniola Oluwamuyiwa After a three-session break, the Arts and Social Sciences Education Students’ Association (ASSESA) at the University of Ibadan is set to revive a highly anticipated social event, the “Mr And Miss Assesa Pageantry ’24”. The competition promises to deliver a blend of elegance, talent, and fierce competition for the coveted titles.   Known […]

Explainer on Assesa Press Stance surrounding Academic & Wefare Director’s resignation report

On the 28th of December, 2024, Assesa press released a publication stating that the Academic and welfare director resigned his position for greater pursuit. During the procedure, the press confirmed that this NUESA official had sent the letters to the appropriate bodies, including the ESEC pro, NUESA pro and the NUESA press editor in chief. […]

ASSESA 2nd Assembly Flags Vice President’s Absence of Printed Freshers’ Welcome Budget Report

By: Deborah Idowu At the second plenary sitting of the ASSESA Senate 2nd Assembly, proceedings briefly encountered procedural disruption following Oyetunde Balikis, the Vice President’s presentation of the Freshers’ Welcome budget report without a printed copy for members of the House. The Deputy Speaker raised concern over the omission, noting the absence of a hard […]

UI’SU Convenes Emergency Meeting Following Expiration of 48-Hour Power Supply Ultimatum

The Students’ Union of the University of Ibadan has called an emergency stakeholders’ meeting following the expiration of its 48-hour ultimatum to the University Management over the issue of irregular electricity supply on campus. The ultimatum, which lapsed at 7:00pm on Tuesday, April 28, was issued in response to persistent power outages affecting students across […]

Team Lumières Organises Headwrap Skill Session for Students

By: Jadesola Team Lumières, the executive body of the Department of Arts and Social Sciences Education Students’ Association (ASSESA), held a headwrap skill training session on Saturday, April 25, at the ASSESA Secretariat, aimed at equipping students with vocational and cultural skills. The session taught participants how to tie different styles of headwraps (gele) and […]

UI’SU Issues 48-Hour Ultimatum to Management Over Erratic Power Supply

The University of Ibadan Students’ Union (UI’SU) has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the university management, demanding the restoration of stable electricity supply across campus following weeks of erratic power and rationing. In an urgent notice dated April 26, 2026, and signed by the Union President, Temidayo S. Adeboye, and General Secretary, Joshua O. Shontan, […]

The Price of Speaking Up: Inside the Fragile Ecosystem of Student Dissent in Nigerian Universities

There is a lesson Nigerian universities teach without ever formally acknowledging it, without printing it in handbooks or embedding it in orientation slides, yet every generation of students eventually learns it not through instruction but through lived experience. It is not loud, yet it is persistent. It does not appear in policy documents, yet it […]

Lassa Fever Resurgence in Nigeria: A Health Guide to Causes, Transmission and Prevention

By: Bimbola A Lassa fever outbreak has been reported across several states in Nigeria, prompting renewed public health alerts and intensified surveillance by health authorities. Medical officials warn that the situation demands immediate public attention, especially as the country enters a high-risk seasonal period when transmission typically rises. Citizens are being urged to act quickly […]

Update on NASU/SSANU UI Protest: Management Holds Meeting, Promises Action on Grievances

By: Deborah Idowu Following Monday’s protest by the Non-Academic Staff Union of Nigerian Universities (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), University of Ibadan, a meeting was held between the unions and the university management over the issues earlier raised. The unions had staged a protest at the Tekena Tamuno Building, UI, […]

ERC Urges UI Compliance with Court Judgment on “UI 3”, Calls for Student Congress Over Welfare Concerns

The Education Rights Campaign (Education Rights Campaign), University of Ibadan Chapter, has called on students to organize a mass congress over worsening welfare conditions on campus and demanded immediate compliance with a recent court judgment ordering the reinstatement of three suspended student activists. In a statement issued on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 and signed by […]

UI NASU, SSANU Stage Protest Over Alleged Victimization, Scheme of Service Dispute

The Non-Academic Staff Union of Nigerian Universities (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), University of Ibadan, on Monday staged a protest outside the Tekena Tamuno Building, University of Ibadan, over alleged victimization of members and issues surrounding the institution’s scheme of service. The protesting staff members blocked vehicular movement in the […]

UI Opens Applications for 14th Vice-Chancellor as Prof. Adebowale’s Tenure Winds Down

The University of Ibadan has commenced the process of appointing its 14th Vice-Chancellor, following the release of an official call for applications by the institution’s Registrar, Ganiyu Saliu. The announcement, published on Thursday through an internal and external advertisement, signals the start of a transition process ahead of the expiration of the tenure of the […]

Altè Fashion: The Rise of a Bold Youth Identity on Nigerian Campuses

By: Esther Balogun The Altè fashion culture, a youth-driven movement rooted in self-expression, individuality, and aesthetic experimentation, is steadily gaining visibility on university campuses across Nigeria. It is not merely a trend; it is a cultural shift, subtly reshaping how students interpret identity, style, and personal freedom within academic spaces. “Altè,” derived from “alternative,” refers […]

Federal High Court Voids UI’3 Rustication, Orders Reinstatement

The Federal High Court sitting in Ibadan has ordered the immediate reinstatement of two students of the University of Ibadan, Aduwo Ayodele and Mide Gbadegesin, who were rusticated by the institution’s Central Student Disciplinary Committee following their involvement in a protest against tuition increases. Read also: https://indypressui.org/2025/07/14/fees-must-fall-two-ui-students-to-face-central-sdc-over-anti-fee-hike-protest-2/ The ruling was delivered on Wednesday, April 15, […]

SU Confirms April 30 Deadline for Fees and Course Registration

The Students’ Union of the University of Ibadan has announced April 30 as the deadline for school fees payment and course registration for the current academic session. The announcement follows concerns raised by students over payment challenges and registration delays, particularly among those awaiting disbursement under the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), as well as […]

UI Announces Course Registration for 2025/2026 Session, Fixes Deadlines and Penalties

By: Deborah Idowu The University of Ibadan has announced the schedule for course registration for the 2025/2026 academic session. The information was made available through a notice on the university’s student portal. According to the notice, online course registration commenced on March 5, 2026, and is expected to end on April 16, 2026, providing students […]

Do We Still Need Physical Classrooms in Universities?

By: Yemisi Adesanya For generations, higher education has been defined by a familiar and almost unchanging image: crowded lecture halls, hurried note-taking and students struggling to stay awake through long, rigid sessions that often stretch attention more than they build understanding. That image has survived decades, quietly accepted as the standard model of learning. Yet, […]

A New Light, or Familiar Patterns: Dear Team Lumières, Should ASSEsaites Expect Better?

Power does not arrive with noise. It settles quietly, firmly, into spaces that were once occupied, leaving behind echoes, expectations and an unspoken question that lingers in the minds of those watching: will this be different, or will this be familiar? The inauguration of Team Lumières on April 2 was not merely a ceremonial transition; […]

ASSESA Football Team Suspends Goalkeeper Over Alleged Misconduct

By: Olaoluwa Afọlábí The leadership of the Art and Social Sciences Education (ASSESA) Department Football Team has suspended its goalkeeper, Faramoluwa Eniola Makinde, popularly known as “Y Mayor,” following in allegations of misconduct currently under review. According to an official statement issued by the team on Thursday, April 9, 2026, the decision was reached after […]

ASSESA 2nd Assembly: Yusroh Tijani Resigns, Reflects on Personal and Academic Growth

By: Deborah Idowu A member of the 2nd Assembly of the ASSESA Senate, Yusroh Tobiloba Tijani, has officially resigned from her position as the 200 Level Representative. In a resignation letter addressed to the Senate, she cited personal and academic commitments as the reason for her decision, noting that these demands require her full attention […]

UI Reconstitutes ACTU, Reinforces Commitment to Transparency

The University of Ibadan has inaugurated a reconstituted Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU) as part of efforts to strengthen accountability and ethical governance within the institution. The inauguration, carried out in collaboration with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), underscores the university’s continued alignment with national anti-corruption frameworks. Speaking at the […]

UI Establishes AI Ethics Committee to Guide Responsible Use on Campus

By: Deborah Idowu The University of Ibadan has taken a significant step toward regulating artificial intelligence (AI) on campus by inaugurating a Committee on the University Policy for the Ethical Use of AI. The initiative, announced by Vice-Chancellor Kayode Adebowale, seeks to ensure that AI tools are used responsibly by both staff and students. Speaking […]

UI Launches Plan for Sports Academy to Boost Talent Development and Sports Economy

By: Deborah Idowu The University of Ibadan is set to establish a Sports Academy aimed at discovering and developing young talents, as part of efforts to explore the economic potential of sports. This direction was outlined by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kayode Adebowale, during the inauguration of a committee set up to design the framework for […]

Stigma: When Gossip, Shame and Fear Control Lives

By: Ademusan Bukola Stigmatization contributes to health inequalities, affecting the well-being of children, youths and adults alike. But what exactly is stigmatization? It is the process of unfairly labelling, stereotyping and devaluing individuals or groups based on specific characteristics, customs, or behaviors. Often, it leads to discrimination, social exclusion, and shame. Beyond social judgment, stigmatization […]

You Voted for Them: Why Do They Keep Changing Parties?

by Clems Every election cycle, politicians step forward with confidence and promise. They campaign on improved roads, stable electricity, better education and economic relief. They connect with voters, attend rallies, and present themselves as representatives of the people’s hopes. For many Nigerians, these moments create a sense of possibility; a belief that leadership may finally […]

ASSESA Freshers’ Orientation: Dr. Aiyede Outlines Practical Strategies for Academic Excellence

By: Jadesola and Esther Thanni Dr. Aiyede Evelyn, Staff Adviser of the Arts and Social Sciences Education Students’ Association (ASSESA), delivered a keynote address during the opening of the 2026 Freshers’ Welcome Week held at the Faculty Board Room, focusing on “Academic Survival: How to Maintain a Good CGPA and Effective Study Techniques.” Speaking to […]

ASSESA Kicks Off 2026 Freshers’ Welcome Week “Novus Initium” with Orientation

By: Precious and Oluwaseyifunmi The Arts and Social Sciences Education Students’ Association (ASSESA) officially opened its 2026 Freshers’ Welcome Week today, April 1st, under the theme “Novus Initium: A New Beginning.” The three-day orientation program began at 10:42 a.m. in the Faculty Board Room, setting a tone of inspiration and inclusivity with prayers offered in […]

“ASSESA Belongs to Every Student,” Staff Adviser Reminds Department

At the inauguration ceremony of Team Lumières of the Arts and Social Sciences Education Students’ Association (ASSESA) held on 31st March 2026 at A205, Faculty of Education, Staff Adviser Dr. Babalola reminded students that the association belongs to everyone, stressing the importance of active participation and transparency in its activities. Addressing students during the inauguration […]

ASSESA Senate Approves Funding Allocation, Including Textbooks, Programme, and Miscellaneous Expenses

By: Deborah Idowu The first plenary sitting of the ASSESA Senate saw extensive deliberations on the proposed breakdown of basic dues for the session, with allocations spread across multiple categories to support academic, administrative and extracurricular activities. The proposed ₦1,700 allocation for textbooks sparked considerable discussion among members, as questions arose over whether the estimate […]