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: Eniola Ogundele Team Luminaries, in collaboration with the Department of Arts and Social Sciences Education, University of Ibadan, is set to hold an Academic and Mental Health Summit on Thursday, 26th June 2025, at the Faculty of Education, LLT, by 9:30 AM prompt. The summit, tagged “Cogito, Ergo Sum” marks the first of its […]
By: Eniola Ogundele Following the recent extension of the school fees and course registration deadline till Friday, 27th of june, the University of Ibadan Students’ Union (UI’SU) has announced a need-based bursary scheme aimed at assisting indigent students who are yet to pay their fees. The announcement was made Today, June 25. According to the […]
In the heat of last summer, ASSESA Press conducted an interview with the leadership of Team Renaissance, the then ruling party of the ASSESA Executive Council. The interview addressed the delay in the distribution of ASSESA books and shirts, with the leaders citing logistical and administrative setbacks. Eventually, these materials were distributed, though belatedly, just […]
In a time when transparency should be the heartbeat of leadership, silence can be the loudest response. Over the past week, ASSESA Press attempted to schedule a virtual interview with the ASSESA President, Mr. Toheeb, as part of a professional effort to provide the student body with clear, verified information. The process was simple. A […]
In a move to support students’ academic success, the Faculty of Education has officially reopened its facilities for night reading. The initiative, aimed at creating an environment for late-night study, is now available to all students of the faculty. According to a statement released by the NUESA’UI Night Reading Monitoring Committee, three lecture venues have […]
By: ASSESA Press After the interviews held with both the current and past presidents of the ASSE about the issue of shortage books, it seems not everything was said. Recently, the immediate past president of ASSESA, Khalifa, reached out to a correspondent of Assess Press to explain his side of the story on the book […]
By: Dominance “I feel so choked, I feel like I can’t do this anymore, I feel so overwhelmed, the more I try to read, the more unmotivated I feel, the more I read, the more I discover that I haven’t been serious ? What do I do?” “This is the 9th week already […]
By: Sholanke As Meta AI continues to integrate advanced artificial intelligence features into popular platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, millions of users are experimenting with Meta AI chatbots. Yet many aren’t aware that their conversations with Meta’s AI may not be as confidential as they imagine, raising pressing questions about privacy and transparency. According […]
By: Eniola Ogundele People say extroverts always have it easy. We’re the life of the party. We speak up, take the lead, and make friends effortlessly. But what happens when you’re an extrovert in a world that doesn’t give you room to shine? I am often described as outspoken and energetic, I sometimes feel like […]
Deborah Idowu On a campus as large and diverse as the University of Ibadan, you’d expect inclusivity to be the norm. Instead, what often thrives beneath the surface is a quiet, rigid culture of social cliques and unspoken hierarchies. From fellowship groups to departmental circles, from hostel squads to fashion-forward social media clusters, students find […]
By: Clems I remember 1999 like yesterday. I dey my mama shop when dem announce say civilian don take over. People begin shout, dance, some even cry.Obasanjo enter. We get small hope say maybe things go balance. E no be saint, but e try. NEPA no too stubborn, fuel dey at least, people dey hustle, […]
By: Eniola Ogundele Ojude Oba, the long-standing cultural festival of the Ijebu people, returned this year with its usual excitement, drawing crowds from all over Nigeria, even beyond. Held every year in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, the 2025 edition, like the ones before it, was filled with colourful displays, age-grade parades, and visible joy. Beneath all […]
By: Davistee The teams that represented ASSE at the SEALS Cup were knocked out of the competition in their respective categories, leaving Assesaites shocked and worried about the future of their football teams. Several factors contributed to the early downfall of both the men’s and women’s ASSE teams at the SEALS Cup 2025. If these […]
By: Eniola Ogundele Let’s be honest ,not everyone comes to the University of Ibadan for vibes. For many of us, we’re here strictly for one thing: the degree. No distractions. No unnecessary engagements. After all, life isn’t always about making lemonade out of lemons , sometimes life gives you ready-made lemonade, and your only job […]
Deborah Idowu University life is full of emotions, especially when it comes to relationships. Love and loneliness often intersect, creating complex and sometimes painful experiences. Love on campus often starts with excitement and new connections. However, with the pressures of academics and social demands, many first-semester relationships don’t last. The challenge of balancing school with […]
Deborah Idowu At the University of Ibadan, it’s not uncommon to see students hustling, but not just for academic success. Beyond the lecture halls, countless students are balancing their studies with side gigs, building businesses and exploring opportunities to earn while they learn. These silent hustlers often go unnoticed, but their stories are filled with […]
At the beginning of every new session, budgets are allocated to the various arms and units within the association to support their operations. The Assesa Press, has responsibilities that require funding, ranging from documentation to editorial publishing and media accountability. These allocations are standard procedures, meant to ensure that each arm can function efficiently and […]
By: Anita Eze The University of Ibadan Students’ Union in a press release dated June 3, 2025, announced a two-week extension of school fee payment and course registration deadline and the reversal of controversial studio fees previously charged to students in some departments in science and education The new deadline for payment of fees and […]
By: Anita Eze Have you ever found yourself reaching for an oversized hoodie on a bad day or putting extra effort into your outfit when you’re feeling unstoppable? That’s not ‘over-dressing’or ‘under-dressing’, it is an emotional expression which we display on a daily basis through fashion. Whether we realize it or not, what we wear […]
By: Anita Eze On the 31st of May, 2025, the sum of ₦577,320 was voted and approved by the speaker and Members of the Faculty legislative Council during the plenary session which took place at F202, Faculty of Education. The list of items the approved budget include the following: Stationery – #5,000 Printing – #7,000 […]
By: Ogundele Eniola At the NUESA FLC sitting held today, Saturday, 31st of May 2025, at F202, the misconduct of NUESA AGS Adedokun Adedunni was addressed, focusing on her absence from sittings and poor engagement during the Freshers’ Welcome event. The Assistant General Secretary (AGS), Adedokun Adedunni, has been called out for missing several house […]
By: Ogundele Eniola The Chief Justice of the Nigerian University Education Students’ Association (NUESA), Barrister Similoluwa Meroyi, on the 31st of May 2025, presented a bill proposing the establishment of the Office of the Attorney General. According to the Chief Justice, the Attorney General would be responsible for executing cases and rendering them to the […]
By: Joseph SarahIndeed, the saying goes that “a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” This is the feeling of University of Ibadan students in their final year, who have made it to their last lap in this great citadel of learning, popularly known as the first and the best. The students […]
By: Sholanke Apple is preparing to unveil a sweeping change to its operating system branding. Instead of releasing the expected iOS 19 this fall, the company will leap ahead to “iOS 26.” According to a Digital Trends report citing Bloomberg and Apple insider Mark Gurman, this marks a strategic shift from Apple’s traditional sequential numbering […]
By: Sholanke Some days, we pray for rain to bring out our harvests.Other days, the rain falls so much we fear it might wash us away.Either way, the universe is still,And there’s a power making all things move. Motive, there’s motive behind everything happening.The motive behind me scribbling this:I don’t know it yet, not until […]
Picture credit: BellaNaija By:Ogundele Eniola They say love knows no boundaries, but for Priscilla and Jumax, it took not one, not two, not four weddings before their love story was finally sealed with the perfect “I do.” From the vibrant asoebi ceremonies to the nikkahs, and from Lagos to Tanzania, this couple showed us that […]
Walk into any Nigerian university lecture hall and you’ll find bright students, eager minds and hopeful hearts, dedicating years of effort to mastering theories, writing exams, aiming and securing good grades. But behind the commitment and countless pages of notes lies a question many are silently asking: “Will this degree be enough?” The degree remains […]
By: Dominance Some mornings, the cold wraps around you like a second blanket. You want to stay in bed, sipping hot tea with fresh bread, wishing lectures didn’t exist. But then you remember why you’re here. If it rains today and you decide to skip class, what if it rains every day? This weather may […]
By: Clems Love is pain! My heart was shattered years ago by your actions. You treated me badly just because I wasn’t on the path you expected. My eyes grow dim daily, captivated by her presence. Yet, I feel strong in the comfort of her support. The relationship between us was sparked by my mother. […]
By:Ogundele Eniola My name is Bola, and I am the introvert who struggles in an extrovert world. For as long as I can remember, I’ve lived in a world that seems designed for people who thrive on crowds and constant interaction. I don’t know maybe I want to be seen… Maybe not yet. I don’t […]
By: Ogundele Eniola Can we go back to that time?When all we thought about was… well, nothing. No worries. No deadlines. No bills. Just running around, playing in the sand, sharing laughter with our siblings and friends, and basking in the warmth of love and innocence. Childhood , that fleeting season where the world felt […]
By: Ogundele Eniola Based on the announcement by Mizita Pleasant, the PRO of the Nigerian University Education Students’ Association, (NUESA UI), June 6 has been set as the deadline for payment of basic dues and other compulsory fees. This deadline coincides with the University of Ibadan’s official deadline for payment of school fees, also scheduled […]
By: Ogundele Eniola Following the school administration’s announcement of the June 6 deadline for payment of school fees, there have been growing concerns among University of Ibadan students. Many are anxious about meeting the deadline, especially as some await disbursements from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) or face financial difficulties. These worries have sparked […]
By: Dominance In today’s demanding academic environment, mental health has become a critical factor in student success. University students juggle lectures, assignments, exams, social obligations, and personal challenges, pressures that can take a serious toll on their emotional well-being. Yet, despite its importance, mental health is often overlooked or stigmatised within academic settings. Many students […]
By: Adegbile Enoch You sit with your dreams in one handYour luggage is in the otherWith your ties loosely tiedYour leg bled on the groundThe gold is far awaymore than a million milesIn your small room, pictured by big dreams You wander around the altarcrippled in thoughts wasting more calendarYou stand, close your eyes,fold your […]
Deborah Idowu In a colourful celebration of talent and culture, the Nigerian University Education Students’ Association (NUESA) held its Variety Night and Gyration on Wednesday, May 23rd, 2025, at the Large Lecture Theatre (LLT), Faculty of Education, University of Ibadan. Themed “The First Bell”, the event was organized by the NUESA executives to officially welcome […]
By: Davsitee ASSE played against Biochemistry in their Match Day 1 fixture in the SEALS CUP ’25 at the SUB main pitch on Friday, May 23, 2025. The match was the second game played in Group A. The Invincibles possessed the Biochemistry players but failed to create clear chances in the early minutes of the […]
By: Ogundele Eniola The Faculty of Education toilet at the University of Ibadan is now open for student use.The reopening, which took place today, Thursday, 22nd May 2025, marks the end of a prolonged period during which the facility was out of use. The information of the reopening was released by Mizita Pleasant, the Public […]
By: Ogundele Eniola The Nigerian University Education Students’ Association, University of Ibadan (NUESA-UI), has declared today a lecture-free day in honour of the Faculty’s Freshers’ Orientation Programme. According to a memo received this morning, the suspension of academic activities affects all students in the Faculty of Education. The orientation event is scheduled to hold at […]
By: Davistee The opening match of the SEALS Cup ’25 was played between the Faculty of Education giants, ASSE, and KHE on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at the SUB main pitch. It was a thrilling encounter that reignited the rivalry between both sides, with each team eyeing a tournament opening win. The atmosphere was tense […]
By: Ogundele Eniola The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) is set to hold an interactive session with students today, Wednesday, 21st May 2025, at Trenchard Hall. The event is scheduled to begin at 2:00 PM. This session provides an important platform for students to engage directly with NELFUND officials, ask questions, and gain firsthand information […]
By: Hamdalat Life in the hostel begins with the random allocation of rooms. You don’t get to choose who your roommate will be. When the door creaks open for the first time and two, maybe four or six strangers step into the same room, each with different backgrounds, dreams and luggage, something begins. Not just […]
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: Ogundele Eniola Considering the recent issues involving the offices of the Social Director and Public Relations Officer (PRO), the Faculty Legislative Council (FLC) of the Nigerian University Education Students Association, University of Ibadan chapter (NUESA-UI), has approved a leadership training programme for all executive members during the emergency meeting set on the auth of […]
By: Anita Eze The Faculty Legislative Council held a legislative proceedings at the Counselling Multipurpose Room at 3pm on Friday 16th May, 2025. The purpose of the meeting was to approve the recommendations made the Disciplinary Committee (DCC) on the Social Director, Aramide and Public Relations Officer (PRO), Pleasant. These Recommendations made by the DCC […]
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. […]
In a significant and unexpected development, the University of Ibadan Students’ Union has officially suspended the Students’ Union Congress, initially scheduled for Saturday, May 17, 2025. According to a memo released by the Union leadership on May 15, the decision stems from a tense incident earlier in the day at the Kunle Adepeju Building, where […]
Every year, more than a million Nigerian students sit for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). For many, the exam is not just a test, it is a turning point. It represents the chance to gain admission, secure a better future, and prove that the effort […]
By: Dominance In the midst of academic demands and digital distractions, long walks remain one of the most effective, and underrated, ways to support physical and mental health. Contrary to popular assumptions, they don’t need to be romantic or recreational. A simple morning walk from the hostel to the faculty can do far more than […]
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