Editors’ Note: The accountability report was jointly produced by IndyPress, AfasPress, ZikPress and History Press, in affiliation with the Union of Campus Journalists, University of Ibadan. The University of Ibadan Students’ Union (UI’SU) has come under intense scrutiny following the release of a 24-page audit report accusing top executives of financial misconduct, including unapproved loans, […]
By: Deborah Idowu The air at the University of Ibadan is heavy again. Not with the scent of rain or the buzz of politics, but with that familiar tension that comes when results are released. Students crowd around the notice board, scanning matric numbers and grades with beating hearts. Some walk away with a triumphant […]
By:Dominance On September 12, 2025, scientists announced the development of a revolutionary “full-spectrum” 6G chip. This innovation, no larger than a fingernail, is capable of transmitting data up to 10,000 times faster than 5G. While it remains in the prototype stage, the breakthrough points toward a future of unprecedented speed and connectivity. For the university […]
By: Eniola Ogundele Do generational curses still exist? In many African societies, especially in Nigeria, people believe that some problems are passed down through families for many years. These problems often come from spiritual curses placed by ancestors and cause ongoing suffering. Toyin Abraham’s movie, “The 4th Generation”, tells the story of four women from […]
By: Aremu Hamdalat The University of Ibadan is full of transitions. Every year, a group of students faces the final lap of their journey, living each day as both a farewell and a rehearsal for the world outside. From first year freshers to sophomore, penultimate and finally a finalist. For finalists, life divides neatly into […]
Service Learning day was held on Friday 12th of September, 2025 at the Faculty Seminar room, Faculty of Education, University of Ibadan . The programme which is themed ‘Fostering Cultural Entrepreneurship and Exchange through Service Learning’, featured 300 level students of the Faculty of Education, University of Ibadan, under the instruction of the Faculty Lead for Service […]
By: Deborah Idowu The University of Ibadan has announced the official opening of its Add and Delete of Courses registration portal, effective from Monday, 9th September 2025 to Saturday, 28th September 2025. The exercise provides students across faculties with the opportunity to make adjustments to their registered courses, whether by adding those initially omitted or […]
By: Deborah Idowu Deborah: Every hall has its unique personality. What would you say makes Queen Elizabeth II Hall different from the others on campus?Jiggy: At Queens Hall, “We teach others where to tread” is more than a motto, it’s a legacy of leadership and influence that has shaped generations of Queenites.What sets us apart […]
By: Eniola Ogundele The NUESA-UI Press held a press workshop on Thursday, 11th of September 2025, at A202, Faculty of Education. The event featured two facilitators who spoke extensively on opinion writing, political reporting, and news writing. The first facilitator, Samuel Omofala, Politics Editor for Law Press, delivered a session on How to Write an […]
By: Sholanke In less than a minute, if you think as I have thought,then you are no different from me-now and in the next moment. Hold your head high among the multitude,yet remain humble to every man, no matter how little. Be an embodiment of chaos, a lot of it,yet radiate pure love. Commit people […]
By: Eniola Ogundele Apple unveiled its latest innovations September 9, 2025, introducing the powerful iPhone 17 series alongside the advanced AirPods Pro 3. The iPhone 17 comes with a new Center Stage front camera for next-level selfies, a bigger 6.3-inch Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion for smoother visuals, and enhanced photography capabilities with a […]
By: Anita Eze Q: Good Morning Miss Patience, you’re welcome to the interview. It’s a pleasure to have you on ASSESA Press Platform, can you briefly tell us about you? A: Hello, My name is Patience Amaka George, a 400 level student of the department of Geology, University of Ibadan.I’m the current chapter lead for […]
By: Timilehin Ajala Beyond the physical surface of a plant lies its root. The process of growing a plant starts with carefully dropping a few seeds into a seedbed. The resulting produce can serve many purposes. The mind is often described as the powerhouse of action. As a psychologist would detail, “Human action is the […]
By: Deborah Idowu Deborah: Could you share a strategy or mindset that has helped you keep your grades afloat while balancing your academics with your duties to ASSESA?Toheeb: Determination is the key. My drive to finish well and deliver effectively in leadership fuels my preparation. As the saying goes, “failure to prepare is preparing to […]
By: Kreative ACE Known for its Style and Comfort, Ankara Baggy Pants is an outfit that has been in vogue this season. It is not just a stylish attire but also rooted in the African culture. This pants is a unisex fit that is being rocked by both young and old. This Comfy fit has […]
By: Davistee Mariam Eniola Bolaji made history for Africa on September 2, 2024, when she became the continent’s first athlete to win an Olympic or Paralympic medal in Para Badminton. She achieved this milestone at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, defeating Ukraine’s Oksana Kozyna to clinch the bronze medal in the women’s singles SL3 event. […]
By: Joseph Sarah There is a popular saying that “Health is wealth”. In the community of intellectuals, this truth cannot be overlooked. Within just two weeks of resumption, it has become a matter of concern that many students are already falling ill, even before the semester’s activities reach their peak. This is a wake-up call […]
By: Deborah Idowu The Federal Government has declared Friday, 5th September 2025, a public holiday to mark Eid-ul-Maulud, the birth anniversary of the Holy Prophet Muhammad(SAW).In a special release, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor Kayode O. Adebowale, congratulated Muslim Ummah within the University community. He encouraged them to use this season to […]
Change is not always improvement, just as improvement is not always change.” – C.S. Lewis The Federal Government has rolled out new national curricula featuring digital literacy, programming, artificial intelligence and entrepreneurship. It sounds ambitious , the kind of plan that should prepare students for a fast-changing world. But the question remains: has the last […]
By: Kreative ACE All caught up in the forest of my mind Thanks to the disruptions of calmness on my inside Always having the urgency to do tasks Instead, i put them in the ‘Later’ Mask In there, I let them linger and linger Comforting myself with ‘ Time still dey, I go run am […]
Second semester at the University of Ibadan has a peculiar rhythm. The rush and intensity of first semester often give way to something lighter, more deceptive like the shimmer of water in the desert that turns out to be nothing but hot air. This is the semester when academic focus quietly slips into a tug-of-war […]
By: Dominance There is this saying “It’s better late than never”. This saying always stands out because questions like what does this phrase really mean always fly around. But surprisingly, the meaning is quite simple as the phrase looks. Let’s look at this scenario together. There is a 100 level lady named Taiwo even though […]
By: Sholanke Do you know what they say about the vaquita?There are less than a dozen left in the world,quietly slipping toward extinction. I was chatting with a friend of mine the other day,and I can say for sure, the vaquita is not alone in this,happy men are also heading down that route. Because, what […]
By: Eniola Ogundele The University of Ibadan’s annual public speaking event, Jaw War, is scheduled to run from September 13 to October 18, 2025. Recognized as one of the university’s largest social events, Jaw War brings together participants from various faculties and halls of residence. The event offers a platform for students to engage in […]
By: Davistee How did the idea of forming the football club come about? We started as Tech All Stars in 2021, after our Tech Cup, a competition for 100-level students across the Faculty of Technology. After the tournament, the best players from each department came together to form a team called Tech All Stars. After […]
By: Eniola Ogundele The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), at a meeting held in Abuja on August 21, 2025, announced new guidelines for the disbursement of upkeep loans, now making them strictly tied to students’ academic sessions. Under the new directive, students will only receive upkeep loans for the specific academic session they are enrolled […]
In preparation for the second semester, Team Fortitude of NUESA UI released an official letterhead today, August 19, 2025, highlighting major achievements recorded in the first semester and reaffirming its commitment to “student welfarism and faculty development”. By: Eniola Ogundele The letter issued highlighted significant changes and improvements recorded during the first semester of the […]
By: Deborah Idowu The University of Ibadan Student Union Health Advisory Committee has issued an official notice alerting the student community to recent medically confirmed cases of human botfly larvae removal from students who presented with unusual skin swellings and discomfort. According to the communiqué released by the Committee, the affected individuals are receiving proper […]
By: Ogundele EniolaThe University of Ibadan has announced a temporary suspension of water supply across campus due to ongoing stabilisation work on the Awba Dam embankment. In an internal memorandum on 6th July 2025 and signed by the Registrar, G. O. Saliu, the University explained that the measure is necessary to prevent the possible collapse […]
Deborah Idowu The University of Ibadan’s Health Services has issued a health advisory to all members of the university community, addressing concerns related to vision, hearing, headphone usage, the rainy season and overall healthy living. The internal memorandum, dated 30th June 2025, was signed by the Director of the University Health Service, Dr. Aderonke B. […]
Deborah Idowu The Sigma Club, University of Ibadan, held its 11th Public Lecture on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at the Alumni Hall of the institution. Themed “Leveraging Technology and Digital Education for Mass Employment, Wealth Creation and Poverty Alleviation,” the event brought together a powerful convergence of academia, royalty, student leaders, and corporate figures. The […]
Deborah Idowu The Faculty of Education, University of Ibadan, has issued a directive mandating all undergraduate students to sign their course forms on or before Friday, July 4, 2025. This information was conveyed through an internal memorandum signed by the Sub-Dean (Undergraduate), Dr. I.D Ukpabi. According to the memo, the signing of course forms is […]
Deborah Idowu The Union of Campus Journalists, University of Ibadan (UCJ UI), has announced the postponement of two major upcoming events: the second edition of the Global Campus Journalism Summit (GCJS 2.0) and the Prof. Francis Egbokhare Inter-Press Debate Competition originally scheduled to hold on Saturday, July 5, 2025. This development was made public via […]
On Wednesday the 4th of June, 2025. There’s was a career talk organised by Dr. Tolulope V. Gbadamosi, a senior lecturer of rh University of Ibadan, faculty of Education. The career talk was organized at her Alma-mata, United Secondary School, Agugu for the senior secondary school students of the school. She brought along with her […]
By: Anita Eze The Faculty of Education, University of Ibadan organized her international conference themed ‘Digital Transformation in Education: People, Process and Product’. The international conference is a 4 day program which spans from Tuesday 30th of June to the 3rd of July, 2025. On the 1st of July, 2025, which was the opening ceremony […]
Deborah Idowu In preparation for the Opening Ceremony of the 2025 International Conference, the Faculty of Education, University of Ibadan, has officially declared Tuesday, July 1st, a lecture-free day for all students in the faculty. According to a notice signed by the President of the Nigerian Universities Education Students’ Association (NUESA), Adegoke Yusuf Alao and […]
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: Joseph Sarah The tree fell along the Awo Hall pathway on the 26th of June, 2025 due to heavy rainfall has successfully been cleared out. The fallen tree which completely blocked the road, restricting vehicle movement was cleared on Friday the 27th of June, 2025. It was cleared by some men employed by the […]
By: Joseph Sarah Due to the heavy rain that fell yesterday, the 26th of June, 2025, a tree fell restricting the pathway to Awo Hall and her neighbouring areas. The fallen tree completely blocked the road, making it impassable for vehicles who normally use that route. As a result, they are being forced to stop […]
By: Joseph Sarah The Arts and Social Sciences Education in conjunction with her executives, the Luminaries organized an academic and mental health summit themed ‘Cogito, ergo sum’ (Latin word for I think, therefore I am). The programme took place at the Large Lecture Theatre, Faculty of Education, University of Ibadan, on Thursday 26th of June, […]
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 […]
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