By Aremu Hamdalat Yetunde The Union of Campus Journalists, University of Ibadan, founded in 1987 remains the umbrella body for over 70 press outfits across the institution’s halls, faculties, and departments. The Union continues to champion truth, accountability, innovation, and press freedom, while equipping student journalists with the skills to excel within and beyond the […]
By: Davistee The final of the Sparkool Exchange NUESA Super Cup was played between Educational Foundation (ASSE, SPE, and ECE) and Educational Administration (EME and LARIS) on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the SUB pitch. Educational Foundation dominated their opponents in the first half of the tournament. Peter gave Educational Foundation an early lead, converting […]
By: Davistee The NUESA Super Cup is a new interdepartmental football competition that promotes inclusivity and unity for everyone in the Faculty of Education, University of Ibadan. It will commence on Thursday, June 26, 2025, and is expected to end on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the SUB main pitch. The departments are grouped into […]
By: Davistee It is no longer news that Seals CUP ’25 is here. This edition comes with some changes, including the transfer, a surprising change. It is a brilliant idea, allowing talented players from non-football-playing departments, widening participation, and giving more students the opportunity to participate. The introduction of Esports in this year’s edition is […]
By: Anita Eze On Friday the 16th of May, 2025, ASSESA organized her Freshers’ Welcome Orientation Program tagged ‘Begin, Belong Become’ at the Large Lecture Theater (LLT) at the Faculty of Education, University of Ibadan. The event was kick-started with an opening prayer by a fresher and the recitation of the University’s and Faculty’s Anthem. […]
By: Sholanke Someone once told me, life is our unconscious state, a dreamAnd death awakens us all.I don’t know how true this seem,But somehow, I feel he’s right ,our fate. Let me tell you what I know about life, in the next couple of lines.Life is a measure of little happiness that matters,And a few […]
By: Anita Eze The Freshers welcome budget was presented by the vice-president, miss Ayodele during the FLC meeting. According to her, the Freshers welcome, a 3- day programme was scheduled from the 21st of May to the 23rd of May. The proposed budget which covers the day 2 and day 3 of the Freshers welcome […]
By: Anita Eze The faculty Legislative Council held the 1st plenary meeting for the 2024/ 2025 session on Saturday the 10th of May, 2025 at F202, Faculty of Education. In attendance were the members of the legislative council, Pressmen as well as observers. The purpose of the sitting was majorly to discuss and approve the […]
By: Anita Eze The Senate of the University of Ibadan has officially approved the schedule for the opening and closing of the registration portal for the 2024/2025 academic session. According to an internal memorandum dated 6th May 2025 and issued by the Senior Deputy Registrar (SAAI), Mrs. Stella O. Soola, the portal will be open […]
By: Clems The economists say demand should drop when prices climb too steeptell that to Mama Ngozi hawking her kidney to buy rice. The market’s iron fist wears a velvet glove of theory: “Inflation is temporary!”they lie while our children’s hunger grows permanent. At the petrol queue, we practice alchemyturning sweat into liters, dignity into […]
By: Dominance University life is often marked by a busy schedule and tight budgets, especially in a time when the cost of living keeps rising. In Nigeria, you can hardly cook a proper meal for just 1000 Naira. If you’re looking to prepare a decent soup or stew, you’re easily spending 4000 Naira or more. […]
Since we were little, attending school has been a fundamental one for children. Starting with the song bata re a dun ko ko ka ti o ba kawe re (your shoes will make a pleasant sound if you read your books) has been a motivating factor for students to be educated. As time progresses, the […]
By: Deborah Idowu Every Easter, Christians around the world gather to celebrate one of the most defining moments in history, the resurrection of Jesus Christ. But beyond the dance, the hymns and the Hallelujah choruses, Easter offers a message that is beyond religion; the promise of new life. Easter is not just about a man […]
By: Ogundele Eniola Course registration for the 2024/2025 academic session has officially started for both freshers and returning students. The registration portal opened on Monday, 14th April 2025, and will remain open until Sunday, 8th June 2025. According to the instructions on the portal, Students are required to log into their individual portals to complete […]
Faculty of Education, UI, hosts her 19th Faculty Lecture By: Anita Eze The University of Ibadan hosted a Faculty Lecture at the Faculty of Education University of Ibadan on Tuesday the 15th of April 2025. The Faculty Lecture which was the 19th titled ‘Reimaging Education in Nigeria: Social Learning and Experiential Approaches to Addressing 21st […]
By Ìdòwú Deborah As the curtains drew on her tenure as the Editor-In-Chief of ASSESA Press, Owolabi Blessing Omolara, fondly known as Scotland, shared with our correspondent her reflections on her journey, sharing valuable insights on leadership, campus journalism and personal growth. Debbiemuse: Can you introduce yourself and share a little about your journey at […]
By: Hamdalat The sharing of the NUESA package is long overdue. Students have been waiting to be called to receive the package in which they paid for which is not forthcoming. This has led to distress on the part of students who thought that their dues have been washed down the drain. Prior to the […]
By: Eniola Ogundele As the academic session draws to a close, many students have expressed concerns over the delayed distribution of the Assesa package (Book). At the beginning of the session, an additional #1000 was included in the basic dues to cover the cost of the package. However, many students did not pay for it, […]
Anita Eze On the evening of Wednesday the 5th of March, a heavy and windy rain fell which brought a lot of disaster not just in the University of Ibadan,but also around its environment. The windy rain left some hostels windows broken, trees fell, and cold fever to some sensitive individuals. However some of the […]
Anita Eze The University of Ibadan Student Affairs Division sent a memorandum on the 7th of March, 2025 to the school community. As stated on the memorandum, the school announces the closure of halls of residence and the end of the 2023/2024 which will be on the 26th of March, 2025. Students of the Halls […]
By: Davistee The Match day 1 of the ASSESA SUPER CUP was held on Monday, 16th of December 2024 at the ZIK Hall maracana. This first leg of the quarter finals featured eight teams determined to win the first edition of the football tournament. English and CLA played the first match of the tournament. It […]
By: Adeniran Olúwafẹ́mi The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has directed its members to commence a strike in 14 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) due to the failure of these states to implement the minimum wage.On November 10, the NLC had issued an ultimatum to state governments, demanding compliance with the minimum wage law […]
By: Awotunde Dorcas Táyé ń bọ̀Bọ́lájí ń bọ̀Làkásègbé ń bọ̀Kí ló ń bọ̀ wá ṣe gan-an?Wọ́n a sọ̀rọ̀ bẹẹrẹWọ́n á purọ́ bẹẹrẹÒótọ́ díẹ̀Irọ́ púpọ̀“Mo ma ri pé gbogbo àwọn ẹlẹgbẹ́ mi ni wọ́n jẹ àǹfààní ìwọlé mi”Ẹ sọ pé irọ́ ni,“Máa ri pé mo ṣe ìdànilẹ́kọ̀ó lásìkò ìdánwò”,Ẹ sọ pé òtúbáńtẹ́,Wọ́n á sọ ohun mẹ́wàá […]
By: Davistee The highly anticipated NUESA Dean’s cup has been rebranded as Copa Nuesa, with a major change as all participating departments are mandated to pay a sum of five thousand to register for the competition. The bi-gender tournament is expected to commence on 29th of November 2024 at the SUB pitch. The tournament is […]
By: Oluwamuyiwa Eniola Assesa press correspondent: Would you kindly introduce yourself? Akinola: Good morning, my name is Akinola Israel from the political science unit. Assesa press correspondent: Nice. Can you share your experience as the sports secretary of our department so far? Akinola: I would say my experience so far being the sport director of […]
By: Hamdalat The Union of Campus Journalists, University of Ibadan (UCJ-UI), convened a congress on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at the Faculty of Education LLT. The meeting, chaired by the UCJ-UI president, Tarre Elizabeth Tosanwunmi, aimed to address challenges facing the union and propose strategies for improvement. Key discussions focused on enhancing the performance of […]
By: Eniola Oluwamuyiwa Assesa press correspondent: Can you briefly introduce yourself and tell us about your role as the president of the Literary and Debating Society? Oluwabukolami: My name is Ajao Oluwabukolami, a 300-level student of Science and Technology Education, Biology unit. As the president of the Education Literary and Debating Society, my primary role […]
By: Enny Kendrick Lamar has been crowned Apple Music’s Rap Artist of the Year, cementing his status as one of the most influential figures in modern hip-hop. This recognition comes on the heels of his 2025 Grammy nominations, which include Song of the Year, Record of the Year, Rap Record of the Year, and Rap […]
By: Assesa press In the early hours of Thursday, November 21, 2024, the iconic trees at Heritage Park, opposite Queen Elizabeth Hall of Residence, were unexpectedly cut down. This action has stirred strong reactions from students and passersby, as the park has long been cherished as a venue for recreational activities and convocation ceremonies. Recently, […]
By: Awotunde Dorcas Sùúrù lè se òkúta jiná, Ẹ gbọ́, ṣe lóòótọ́ ni? Rárá o, Àwọn àgbà fi sọ pé, sùúrù ò gbọdọ̀ tán nílé oní sùúrù, Akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ fẹ́ gboyè, Ẹ gbọ́ kí ni yóò kọ́kọ́ ni? Ẹ sọ pé sùúrù, Mo fẹ́ máa fi iṣẹ́ ọwọ́ jẹun, Pẹ̀lú sùúrù náà ni, Àbí, ó ó […]
By: Scottie Those who impart wisdom and offer guidance, Witnesses of tomorrow, trailblazers of paths. You are the foundation of knowledge’s home, The caretakers of the generations yet to come. Teachers, your hearts are vast, Shaping lives with care, molding destinies with wisdom. It is no exaggeration to sing your praises, For you are the […]
By: Hamdalat JAWWAR is a popular debating competition in the University of Ibadan. Organized by the literary and debating society, University of Ibadan {TLDS-UI}, it is known as the biggest speaking debate competition in sub-Saharan Africa. The competition is usually between the 16 faculties and 10 halls in the University of Ibadan. The final competition […]
By: Eniola Oluwamuyiwa During the 2024 convocation ceremony, Ojo Temiloluwa Paul, a student of the department of Counselling and Human Development Studies was awarded the best graduating student for the faculty of Education. Here are details of the exclusive interview conducted with him by an Assesa press representative: Assesa press: Being the valedictorian is a […]
By: Eniola Oluwamuyiwa The SUB Main Field at the University of Ibadan came alive on Friday, 15th November 2024, as “Trace in the City” hosted a sensational event that left Uites buzzing with excitement. Headlined by the acclaimed DJ Neptune and a lineup of renowned music powerhouses like Magnito, TI Blaze, Shinettw, Meresa, Shody, and […]
By: Davistee The 3rd edition of the SIGMA CHIEF’S LEAGUE will commence on the 18th of November and end on the 28th of November 2024, in the university of Ibadan. The SIGMA Club, a social philanthropist organization will be hosting the bi-gender football tournament, endorsed and supported by Oyo state football association and ministry of […]
By: Eniola Oluwamuyiwa When we finally came out of Bo’s bedroom to the living room, I saw Grandma fast asleep on her sofa with her grandchildren though she once instructed each of us not to lie on either of them under any circumstances. “Grandma! You need to go upstairs! Here isn’t comfortable for you”, I […]
By: Scottie To the convoking kids People say celebrate your small and big wins But this is not small, and “big” seems too small to call this win It is a massive triumph, a victory so grand You are the ones they call the real MVPs Stumbling yet staying strong, the true VVIPS. For the […]
By: Awotunde Dorcas NUESA executives provided a link for those who are yet to pay their school fees today, 23rd of September 2024. The applicants are to state the percentage of the school fees they have seen, their contact, matric number, and other details. Here’s the link to the form created: https://forms.gle/3t7pvNB6D4BLWFtM6
By: Awotunde Dorcas The executives of the Faculty, NUESA, announced today 23rd of September, that the LLT will be opened as of today for night reading towards examinations. The students are advised to maintain order and not leave the premise for security purpose. They further implore students to make good use of the LLT by […]
By: Awotunde Dorcas The students of the University of Ibadan have embarked on another protest against the school fee hike on the resumption day, 20th of September. Recall that the university management mandated a three-week break for all students after the first series of protests against the fee hike. Using both online and offline means, […]
By: Dorcas Awotunde The school management has released the names of students that NELFUND approved their payment today, 19th of September 2024. This new development is a good news for applicants who have been worried about the NELFUND approval since the deadline of payment given by the school management is Friday, 20th of September. The […]
By: Oluwamuyiwa Eniola The Awo Hall SRC’ Members have taken action regarding the undemocratic leadership selection in the hall. This they did by sending a letter to the hall warden requesting a democratic election process. Here is a copy of the memo sent: DEAREST AWOITES UPDATE ON HALL LEADERSHIP ISSUE This is to inform you […]
By: Oluwamuyiwa Eniola Eniola: Who is Kate? Kate: My name is Kate Promise Oyelola, the Academic director of Arts and Social Sciences Education. Eniola: What motivated you to assume the role of the academic and welfare director? Kate: I have this strong desire to improve educational outcomes and make a significant impact on students’ academic […]
By: Oluwamuyiwa Eniola “Hmm, I was just…”, I bit my lower lip. “I was just about to leave for the office “Dad started searching for his big, leathered, and black briefcase, fully aware that Mum arranges his stuff in his car, even before he wakes up because he’s a bit disorganized. “It’s already in the […]
By: Awotunde Dorcas The Awo Hall Management has announced the impeachment of Miss Sule Yesira as its Hall chairperson, with immediate effect. Miss Oluwaseyi Adelere, a postgraduate student, has been appointed by the hall warden to succeed her. The removal according to a subsequent message from the Hall Warden, Dr. Afolasade Adewumi, was necessary because […]
By: Awotunde Dorcas The university management on the morning of August 31st broadcasted a memo announcing a three-week break for all students of the institution, starting from August 31st to September 20th, 2024. The three-week, according to the management is meant for students to do their registrations, which will now close on September 20th, after […]
By: Anita Eze The student union of Obafemi Awolowo University, also known as Great Ife, sent a special release on the 30th of August, 2024, expressing their support to the University of Ibadan student union on their stand concerning the issues of school fees hike. This was prior to the University of Ibadan student union […]
By: Awotunde Dorcas The school management has scheduled a meeting with the Students’ union leadership, in response to the protest against the school fees increase. The meeting is scheduled to take place in Trenchard hall by 3pm today. It is hoped that the meeting will bring about a change regarding the new Sept. 3 school […]
By: Awotunde Dorcas The students’ Union body in response to the document containing the result of the school’s council meeting, broadcasted a memo on the 29th of August 2024 that the document should not be regarded in as much as there’s no official communication yet. They implore students to go on with the preparation […]
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