The University of Ibadan has released the approved calendar, nomination fees and eligibility requirements for the 2026/2027 Students’ Union electoral process. The details were contained in a memorandum issued on Friday, September 18, 2026, by the Deputy Registrar (Students), Francis A. Ayodele, following the inaugural meeting of the Electoral Commissioners held on Thursday, September 17. […]
By: Oluwaseyifunmi The Arts and Social Sciences Education Students’ Association Independent Electoral Commission (ASIEC’26) has lifted the ban on electoral activities, effective Saturday, September 19, 2026, marking the commencement of the electoral period for the 2026 ASSESA elections. The announcement was contained in a release signed by the Chairman, Adeigbe Temitayo Q.; Secretary, Omachi Sylvia […]
By: Oluwaseyifunmi, Abigail and Precious The ASSESA Senate has screened nominees for the ASSESA Independent Electoral Commission (ASIEC) and proceeded with the selection of constituency representatives and commission officers during its emergency sitting on Friday, September 18, 2026. The screening featured nominees from the 200-, 300- and 400-Level Constituencies, with three nominees present from the […]
By: Precious, Oluwaseyifunmi and Abigail The Arts and Social Sciences Education Students’ Association (ASSESA) Senate held its first emergency sitting of the session on Friday, September 18, 2026, with the House considering the financial report of the association’s Financial Summit Programme among other matters. The sitting was initially scheduled for 2:30pm at F202 but commenced […]
By: Esther Thanni-Balogun The Take It Back Movement, Oyo State, has called on the management of the University of Ibadan to end what it described as the continued “persecution” of three student activists, Aduwo Ayodele, Nice Linus and Mide Gbadegesin, popularly known as the UI3. The Movement made the call in a statement signed by […]
By: Esther Thanni-Balogun The Faculty of Education, Faculty of Technology, Ransome Kuti Hall and Alexander Brown Hall (ABH) have advanced to the final of the 12th edition of Jaw War after securing victories in the semi-final round held on Wednesday, September 16, at the Large Lecture Theatre (LLT), Faculty of the Social Sciences, University of […]
The University of Ibadan has introduced new guidelines governing the collection of Statements of Result (SOR) and certificates, including deadlines and penalties for graduates who fail to collect the documents within specified periods. The guidelines were contained in Special Release signed by the University Registrar, G. O Saliu on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 and addressed […]
By: Esther Thanni-Balogun The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan has approved a lecture-free day and a half-day of lectures to enable students to participate in activities marking the 2026 Students’ Union Week. The approval was contained in an internal memorandum from the University’s Student Affairs Division addressed to Deans of Faculties. According to the […]
By: Debbiemuse The University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, has ranked first among Nigerian health institutions in the 2026 SCImago Institutions Rankings (SIR), placing ahead of five other institutions assessed under the health sector. The ranking lists UCH ahead of the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), Lagos State University Teaching […]
By: Esther Thanni-Balogun The University of Ibadan Students’ Union Transport Committee has directed intra-campus tricycle (Maruwa) and cab operators to accept bank transfers from passengers. The directive was contained in a public notice issued by the committee on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. According to the notice, operators are not permitted to “impose additional charges on […]
By: Precious The Senate of the Arts and Social Sciences Education Students’ Association (ASSESA), University of Ibadan, has announced its first emergency sitting of the 2nd Assembly, scheduled for Friday, September 18, 2026. According to a notification dated September 16, the sitting will commence at 2:30pm at F202 and will be attended by Honourables, association […]
By: Olaoluwa Afolabi The Faculty of Education Interlevel Sports Competition, initially scheduled for Tuesday, September 15, has been shifted to September 22 and will now take place alongside the main NUESA Sports Day as part of activities marking NUESA Week. According to the Faculty Sports Secretary, the postponement followed the failure of some levels to […]
Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has called on the University of Ibadan (UI) to end its prolonged dispute with three student activists following Monday’s proceedings at the Federal High Court in Ibadan. The organization’s call came after the court struck out an application by UI Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kayode Adebowale, seeking an injunction in […]
By: Miss Seun Have you ever witnessed a miracle? Not the kind where water becomes wine or five loaves somehow feed thousands. I am talking about a very special miracle that appears on campus every election season: the sudden ability of people who have ignored your existence for two semesters to remember your name, your […]
By: Yemisi Have you ever walked through campus, looked at a group of students and somehow guessed their faculty before anyone said a word? It sounds like a strange game, but on a university campus, clothing can sometimes offer surprising clues. Fashion is more than putting together an attractive outfit. What people wear can reflect […]
By: Esther Thanni-Balogun and Ademusan Bukola A. For many students who menstruate, period pain is an expected part of the menstrual cycle. Mild to moderate cramps may occur around the beginning of a period and often improve with time or pain relief. But when menstrual pain becomes severe, persistent or disruptive enough to interfere with […]
The Federal High Court in Ibadan has struck out an application filed by the University of Ibadan seeking to halt the enforcement of its April 15 judgment ordering the reinstatement of two students sanctioned by the institution over a protest against tuition fee increases. Justice Nkeonye Evelyn Maha, who presided over the case on Monday, […]
By: Esther Thanni-Balogun Five halls recorded victories in the second leg of the inter-hall category of the 12th edition of Jaw War 2026, held on Saturday, September 5, at the New Faculty Lecture Theatre (NFLT), Faculty of Science, University of Ibadan. The debates, themed “Africa and the Burden of Tomorrow: Power, Identity and the Future […]
By: Gbotemi “Which course are you studying?”Simple question, right?Not always. Sometimes, the moment you mention your course, you can almost predict the reaction. “I’m studying Medicine.”“Wow! Doctor in the house!” “I’m studying Computer Science.”“Tech bro! Omo, you’re going places.” “I’m studying Engineering.”“Ah, serious student!” Then someone says, “I’m studying Political science.”“Political science?” Or, “I’m studying […]
By: Esther Thanni-Balogun and Bimbola There is a particular period on campus when walking becomes a political activity. You leave your hostel, head to class and, somewhere along the way, someone you have never spoken to suddenly says, “Good morning.” You pause and look behind you, wondering whether the greeting could possibly be meant for […]
By: Esther Thanni-Balogun At the University of Ibadan transport park, getting to a destination is not always simply a matter of finding a vehicle and paying the required fare. For students heading to some parts of the university, particularly destinations with lower fares, the journey can begin with a wait. Destinations such as the Students’ […]
The Faculty of Education recorded the highest score in the interfaculty first round of Jaw War 2026, defeating the Faculty of Clinical Sciences 85.58 per cent to 81.25 per cent at the New Faculty Lecture Theatre, University of Ibadan, on Thursday, September 3. The result came as nine debates involving 18 faculties were held as […]
By: Jadesola Team Lumieres of the Arts and Social Sciences Education Students’ Association (ASSESA) held a financial summit themed “Passcode to Financial Intelligence” on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at the Faculty of Education Lecture Theatre (LLT), University of Ibadan. The summit focused on financial intelligence, entrepreneurship, wealth creation and personal development, with speakers addressing students […]
By: Yemisi The University of Ibadan (UI) Senate has approved the upgrade of the Department of Physiotherapy, College of Medicine, to a full-fledged Faculty of Physiotherapy, making the university home to Nigeria’s first faculty dedicated to the discipline. The approval was given at the Senate meeting held on Monday, August 31, 2026, according to the […]
By Thanni-Balogun Esther The 12th edition of Jaw War 2026, tagged “Africa and the Burden of Tomorrow: Power, Identity and the Future of Freedom,” was held at NFLT, Faculty of Science, on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. The event officially began at 5:56 p.m. with the popular Jaw War slogan, “Stand up, speak up, shut up,” […]
By: Debbiemuse Leading Nigerian fintech company OPay has dismissed as false a notice that spread rapidly across social media and messaging platforms over the weekend, claiming that the company would suspend all operations from September 1, 2026. The fabricated notice, designed to resemble an official communication from OPay Digital Services Limited, told customers that the […]
By: Yemisi and Esther Thanni-Balogun The Faculty of Education Legislative Council (FLC) held its fifth plenary sitting on August 29, 2026, at F202 to deliberate on matters concerning the faculty, student welfare and upcoming departmental activities. The sitting, scheduled for 10am commenced at 11:23am with an opening prayer led by Rt. Hon. Samuel Agboola, following […]
By: Debbiemuse The legislative arm of the Arts and Social Sciences Education Students’ Association has reviewed plans for a proposed six-day ASSESA Week scheduled to commence on September 26, 2026. The programme, presented before the House by the Vice President alongside the Social Director and President, is expected to feature activities spanning academic, entrepreneurial, sporting, […]
By: Debbiemuse The Senate of the Arts and Social Sciences Education Students’ Association (ASSESA) approved a budget of ₦153,000 for the association’s proposed Financial Summit scheduled for September 2, 2026. The budget was presented by the President of the association, Arowosafe Ayomiposi Titus. The summit, themed “The Passcode to Financial Intelligence,” is expected to feature […]
By: M.ABA and Debbiemuse The Senate of the Arts and Social Sciences Education Students’ Association (ASSESA), the legislative arm of the association, held its third plenary sitting on August 28, 2026, to review the activities of the Executive Council and deliberate on matters affecting students. The sitting, scheduled for 10am commenced at 10:44am with 10 […]
By Oluwaseyifunmi For many students, university life is a period of academic pursuit, personal discovery and preparation for the future. However, beneath the lectures, assignments, examinations and social activities lies an important factor that can determine how well a student experiences this stage of life: health. Without good health, academic ambitions and personal goals can […]
By Ademusun Bukola Gather round, Come closer, small ones – yes, even you at the back, pretending you are too grown for this. Sit. Let the moon find your faces. Long before there were screens that glowed brighter than the moon itself, there was a courtyard. There was a mat on the ground, still warm […]
By Clems There’s a number going round Nigerian politics this week, and it’s big enough to lose yourself in: 100 million. That’s how many registered voters the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says the country will have by the time the 2027 general elections roll around. Speak to the numbers guys at INEC and they’ll […]
By Thanni-Balogun Esther The Arts and Social Sciences Education Students’ Association (ASSESA), University of Ibadan, has released its yearbook for the 2025/2026 academic session, with eligible students now able to collect their copies at the ASSESA Secretariat. The yearbook was officially released today, Wednesday 19th August 2026 by the current ASSESA executive administration, Team Les […]
By Thanni-Balogun Esther The Faculty of Education, University of Ibadan, has upgraded its relaxation centre with new seating facilities, replacing the worn-out seats previously available to students and staff. The improvement has changed the appearance and usability of the relaxation centre, with students describing the new seats as more comfortable and a welcome improvement from […]
By Olaoluwa Afolabi L-R AY (Asse 3rd GK) Esther Ojada (Ass. Coach) Charlie (Defender), Tbenson (Defender), Mubarak (Defender), Tomi (Midfielder), Elliot (Defender), Maq (Defender), Ayomiposi (Coach).ASSE 1–1 HKE (6–5 on penalties)The Department of Arts and Social Science Education (ASSE) has been crowned the 2026 NUESA Dean’s Cup champion, defeating defending champions Human Kinetics Education (HKE) […]
By: Enoch Adegbile Something I have noticed about football fans is this: the loudest person in the stadium is often the one who would misplace a simple pass in an empty field. Give a man one plastic chair, a bottle of water and a clear view of the pitch, and in five minutes he has […]
By: Thanni-Balogun Esther Prof. A. A. Adeyinka has been appointed Head of the Department of Arts and Social Sciences Education (ASSE), University of Ibadan, according to a congratulatory message issued by the Arts and Social Sciences Education Students’ Association (ASSESA). The message, dated August 13, 2026, was signed by the association’s President, Arowosafe Ayomiposi, and […]
Arts and Social Sciences Education (ASSE) defeated Health Education (HEE) 2–0 on Matchday 2 of the NUESA Dean’s Cup to advance to the semi-finals. ASSE took the lead after a one-two combination between their attackers opened up the HEE defence. HEE responded with attempts to get back into the game and came close to an […]
By: Oluwaseyifunmi The Faculty of Education, University of Ibadan, is set to host a faculty lecture on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, with preparations underway at the Large Lecture Theatre (LLT), where the programme is scheduled to hold. The lecture, organized on behalf of the Department of School Library and Media Technology, is titled “From Shelves […]
There is a familiar temptation in leadership: when the destination appears worthwhile, the route taken to get there can begin to seem less important. A good cause becomes a convenient justification. A desirable outcome becomes a reason to overlook procedure and before long, rules that were designed to guide those entrusted with authority begin to […]
By: M.A The University of Ibadan Students’ Union (UI’S U) on Friday, August 7, held a town hall meeting to deliberate on issues affecting students and review developments across the union. The meeting, which commenced at 4:00 pm at the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) Chamber, brought together faculty and hall presidents, departmental representatives and members […]
By: Thanni-Balogun Esther The University of Ibadan Campus Journalists (UCJ) held a three-day masterclass from Monday, 3 August, to Wednesday, 5 August, 2026, at the Student Representative Council (SRC) Chambers, Student Union Building (SUB), equipping campus journalists with practical skills in reporting, media law, ethics, feature writing, data journalism and the responsible use of artificial […]
By: Oluwabukolami The University of Ibadan Students’ Union (UI’SU) has announced plans to hold a town hall meeting for student leaders and stakeholders to deliberate on key issues affecting the university community. According to a notice issued by the Union, the meeting is scheduled to hold on Friday, 7 August 2026, at the Students’ Representative […]
By Ademusan Bukola. A Second semester has barely started and campus is already loud in that familiar way. You feel it before you can even name it properly. Faculty pages posting flyers at odd hours, departmental group chats suddenly busy, hall WhatsApp groups filling up with “good morning” messages from someone who, a few weeks […]
By: Thanni-Balogun Esther, Olaoluwa Afolabi and Oluwaseyifunmi The Arts and Social Sciences Education Students’ Association Senate (ASSESA Senate), University of Ibadan, 2nd Assembly, organized a one-day legislative masterclass titled “Beyond the Gavel” on Thursday 6th of August, 2026 to equip student legislators with practical knowledge of parliamentary procedure, constitutional governance and legislative oversight. The training, […]
By: Esther Thanni-Balogun For a month that began like every other, July unexpectedly turned into a season of love for Nigerian social media personalities. From engagements and traditional marriage rites to wedding preparations, romance dominated conversations online, with fans following the love stories of some of their favourite digital creators. The wave of celebrations eventually […]
By: Jadesola For many students in the Faculty of Education at the University of Ibadan, the second semester was supposed to be a chance to breathe. After surviving an intense first semester, some expected fewer courses, lighter schedules and more time to focus on other aspects of university life. Those expectations were upended on Wednesday, […]
By Olaoluwa Afolabi ASSE Female Team began their Dean’s Cup campaign on a disappointing note after failing to honour their Matchday 1 fixture against HKE Female, handing their opponents a walkover victory.The absence of the ASSE side meant HKE were awarded all three points without a ball being kicked, leaving the Invincible Ladies at the […]
By Afolabi Olaoluwa ASSE kicked off their Dean’s Cup campaign in impressive fashion with a comfortable 2-0 victory over CHDS in their Matchday One encounter, as Malik starred with a goal and an assist to secure all three points.The match began at a frantic pace, with CHDS applying early pressure as both sides searched for […]
