By: Ogunfolaju Olajumoke Researchers have estimated that each year there are 1.3 to 4.0 million cases of cholera, and 21, 000 to 143, 000 deaths worldwide due to cholera. Cholera is a disease that can incite populations to panic. Its reputation as a fierce and unrelenting killer is a deserved one. It has been responsible […]
By: Fagbemi Joshua At the Royal City International School, Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, on Thursday, June 20, 2024, Herald Youth Foundation (HYF) through the Convener, Ojediran Temitayo John, organized its third outreach programme tagged ‘A Purposeful Teenager’ for secondary school students of the learning hub. Herald Youth Foundation, birthed in 2018, is a goal driven organization […]
By: Ayinke the Skinny one The Nigerian music scene is abuzz with the news of Davido’s marriage to Chioma, his long-time partner and the muse behind his hit song “Assurance.” This union, which many fans had been eagerly anticipating, finally took place in an intimate ceremony, sparking widespread celebration and speculation. Davido, whose real name […]
Across all levels, coping with new roomies is a phenomenon every student has to deal with at the beginning of every session. Whether you live in a school hostel or not, you’re not spared unless you decide to rent an apartment alone outside school or get a box room. Still, dealing with a roomie isn’t […]
By Oluwamuyiwa Eniola In a heated session of the Nuesa UI FLC plenaries, several contentious issues were raised, leading to the formation of committees and decisions to summon former officials for explanations. The assembly, which took place on June 22, 2024, focused on unresolved matters concerning package collections and missing sports equipment. On package collection […]
By:Oluwamuyiwa Eniola The University of Ibadan Students’ Union has released an important update regarding the registration process for practicals. In a notice dated June 23, 2024, the Union informed students that the school management has instructed all departments to allow students to attend practicals regardless of unpaid school fees. Any department that fails to comply […]
By Oluwamuyiwa EniolaSequel to the temporary shutdown of Nuesa UI TV, a week later, in an important update for its viewers, NUESA-UI TV has announced a change in its WhatsApp number, which will take effect at 7:00 PM on Monday, June 24, 2024. The change aims to ensure uninterrupted communication and access to updates from […]
By Oluwamuyiwa Eniola The legislative council of the Faculty of Education at the University of Ibadan held its first plenary session on Saturday, June 22, 2024. The meeting, which began at about 9:30 AM, addressed several significant issues, including the approval of the Fresher’s Welcome budget, the breakdown of basic dues, the inauguration of new […]
By: Adeniran Oluwafemi The Arts and Social Sciences Education Students’ Association (ASSESA) held her Handing Over Ceremony on Thursday, June 20, 2024, in room A314, marking the transition of leadership and responsibilities from the outgoing team to the incoming team. The event was attended by the Staff Adviser, Dr. Babalola, members of the press, and […]
By: Owolabi Omolara The Dean of the Faculty of Education visited teaching practice students at Abadina College and Abadina Grammar School today. The unexpected arrival of the monitoring team surprised the students, who were not anticipating a supervisory visit. Leading the team, the dean requested the attendance list upon arrival. A discrepancy was quickly noted: […]
By: Anonymous There is a Yoruba saying that goes, “Satiday to ba ma da, Jimoh latin mo,” which translates to “A Saturday that will be good, it’s the Friday that determines.” This proverb aptly captures the looming uncertainty around Olawale Khalifa’s tenure. As we reflect on the turbulent conclusion of the 2022/23 session under Agoye […]
By:Ify FrancisWhen freedom callsThrough the tarred black street,That stretches without withhold,The palm tree dances,From side to side it sways,The flag flies freely,When freedom calls. When freedom calls,The fountain flows forever,Like a long liquid Leviathan,The dolphin flies into the sky,And plunges into the sea. When freedom calls,The gracious air strolls away,Sticking the hair out of order,The […]
By: Shodipe Blessing Resumption date was officially released and I was so happy to finally leave home, packed my stuff, said necessary goodbyes to family and friends and I was on my way to Ibadan. Getting to school and settling down after registration for accommodation, I started becoming homesick, and all the excitement of leaving […]
The newly launched Nigerian student loan scheme, under the auspices of the 2024 Student Loan Act, is poised to revolutionise access to higher education for millions of students across the country. This ambitious initiative, aimed at providing financial assistance for tuition, fees, and living expenses, promises to break down long-standing barriers and create a more […]
It is no longer news that we are currently in the midst of another session, marked by the hustle and bustle of freshness, and “steezes”. Beyond the excitement of reuniting with friends, the reality of tests, assignments, and financial burdens looms large. As we already know, education is often hailed as the cornerstone of societal […]
By: Davistee The former Nigeria international footballer born on the 12th February 1982, is known for his acrobatic goal celebrations and pace. His first game in Super Eagles was against Morocco during the Ghana/Nigeria 2000, scoring 14 goals in 32 appearances. Aghahowa became the first foreign national outside of the former Soviet Union to emerge […]
Bola learned a lot from her mom who was a renowned fashion designer. She coupled this knowledge with her amazing talent and used it to adjust Segun’s clothes to suit his body perfectly. On several occasions, Tomiwa was advised to maintain this Kungfu panda polo but because he loved it, he refused and wore it […]
By: Japheth Oladele The Federal Government has announced plans to use the National Identification Number (NIN) to monitor the credit behavior of Nigerians under its consumer credit program. Uzoma Nwagba, the CEO of the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP), shared this in a TV interview. Nwagba explained that economically active Nigerians will have their credit […]
As we progress in the new session, it’s pertinent to discuss the amazing opportunities available in our prestigious department. We are the largest for a reason, you know. Okay, you may have ended up in this department by accident but it’s high time to let go of your disappointment so you can see the bigger […]
By: Awotunde Ifeoluwa Dorcas Freshmen popularly called freshers are the first year students of any educational institution. They are called fresh because they’ve not experienced what life in the institution feels like, they are new, innocent and ready to explore anything explorable set of individuals. Just like a freshly baked bread that has not experienced […]
By: Ayinke the Skinny One — A thousand times I thought I’d lost my way, Yet each time I wandered, led astray, A father’s hand would guide me back, I’d say. When voices roar and crowds around me sway, I stand firm, unshaken, night and day, For a father’s love shows me the righteous way. […]
By: Awotunde Dorcas Àwọn àgbà bọ̀, wọ́n ní; Ohun a bá ṣiṣẹ́ fún; Òun ní ń pẹ́ lọ́wọ́ ẹni, Ohun a fèrú kójọ ńkọ́? Ó dàbí ilé ta kọ́ sóri iyanrìn, Tí afẹ́fẹ́ dé tí ó gbé lọ, Wọ́n ní kí o kàwé ko lè yege, O ní olè jíjà lọ́ jọ́ ìdánwò pé ó, […]
By: Adeniran Oluwafemi The increase in Nigeria’s minimum wage from N18,000 in 2018 to N30,000 in 2022 coincided with a rise in the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) from 40.1% to 63%, suggesting that higher wages alone are insufficient to combat poverty. Critics argue that minimum wage laws fail to address the deeper issues of poverty, […]
By: Scottie World Blood Donor Day, celebrated annually on June 14th, is a global call to recognize and thank blood donors and to raise awareness about the need for regular blood donations. The theme for 2024, “Giving Blood: A Lifeline for All,” highlights the crucial role that blood donation plays in saving lives and improving […]
By: Omolara Owolabi Following the NUESA-UI broadcast on the night of Saturday, June 15, 2024 which centered on providing explanations surrounding the absence of the NUESA-UI Whatsapp TV. The broadcast, as publicly read, only resulted to providing a masked explanation which warrant a well explained account for the entire educators. To this effect, ASSESA Press […]
By:Oluwamuyiwa Eniola Ibadan, June 15, 2024 – The National Union of Educational Students Association (NUESA) TV is temporarily off the air due to unforeseen difficulties, according to an official message released by the NUESA Public Relations Officer, Oloyede Oluwatimilehin, popularly known as Istitch. In the broadcast, Oluwatimilehin did not specify the exact reasons for the […]
By: Owolabi Blessing NUESA-UI Executives Warn of Rising Cases, Provide Essential Guidelines to Stay SafeA cholera outbreak has been reported in Lagos and Ibadan, prompting the Nigerian Universities Education Students’ Association (NUESA) to issue an urgent public health alert. The outbreak has already affected several individuals, and the students’ association is urging everyone to take […]
By: Oluwamuyiwa Eniola Eniola: Can we meet you? Khalifa: My name is Khalifa Olawale, a 400 level student, immediate past Financial Secretary and current President elect of this great department. Eniola: What are your plans for the new session? Khalifa: Well, talking about my plans for the new session, it is my pleasure to […]
By: Oluwamuyiwa Eniola The stakeholders of the university of Ibadan has resolved that all students should hold off payment of school fees on Wednesday, 12th of June, 2024 during their first physical meeting. Furthermore, the stakeholders which consisted of students leaders from faculties, halls of residence and department urged the student union to continue online […]
By: Ayinke the skinny oneThere’s a pervasive myth that students in the Faculty of Education are those who didn’t score high enough on their JAMB exams and were placed there as a remedial measure. This misconception paints an inaccurate picture of the diverse and dedicated individuals who choose this path. In reality, many students enter […]
By: Scottie A wise man once said, “What is the essence of democracy when the major minority are the majority heard?” Though it may sound paradoxical, this question is worth contemplating as we celebrate another Democracy Day. Each election, we gather to elect a few to represent many, believing these representatives will amplify our […]
By:Owolabi Blessing Amidst the current hike in fees, the University of Ibadan (UI) has devised a means to alleviate the effect on students. The institution has encouraged that students apply for the Work Study Scheme, which allows students to engage in various jobs to earn tokens to complement their financial support from parents or guardians. […]
It all started with a press release the shutdown of all school hostels in UI…They said it was the end of the session their hostels needed to be fumigated for the new session.Some students were still stuck at school while their counterparts had long gone for the holiday after their exams and dinners.This is just […]
About a week ago, Nigeria witnessed a clamour that reverberated across the nation: the call for an increase in the minimum wage. This plea is not just a passing noise but a desperate cry for survival amidst a backdrop of escalating living expenses. The fundamental laws of gravity, which dictate that what goes up must […]
By:DavisteeJoining the Red Devils in April 2022 after an impressive spell with Dutch giants Ajax, Hag won three Eridivisie titles, two KNVB cup and also led the team to the 2018-19 UEFA Champions League Semifinals. His first season in English football was an impressive one, as he led Manchester United to third place and ended […]
Wọ́n bá atíláawí wí;Ó ní ayé ń serú ẹ̀,Yéé rin òde òru;Ó ní òun kọ́ ni ẹni àkọ́kọ́,Gbogbo ènìyàn kọ́ ló yẹ lọ́rẹ̀ẹ́;Ó ní kárìn kápọ̀, yíyẹ ní ń yẹni, Kàwé kí o má bàa jalè lọ́jọ́ ìdánwò;Ó ní bárakú nìyẹn fún akẹ́kọ̀ọ́,Tẹ apá mọ́ iṣẹ́ kí o lè di ènìyàn iyì;Ó ní àìmọye èèyàn […]
By: Scottie Cervical cancer, a disease once thought to be a death sentence, has become a largely preventable and treatable condition, thanks to advances in medical technology and public awareness campaigns. However, despite these efforts, cervical cancer remains a significant threat to women’s health, particularly in developing countries. In Nigeria, cervical cancer is the second […]
By: Adeniran Oluwafemi During our visit to Abuja, we were told that the Dangote Refinery was a farce. However, we have seen for ourselves that the refinery is indeed operational. Dangote has proven many skeptics wrong. People are astonished by how one individual could achieve what an entire nation, with a population of 240 […]
By: Oluwamuyiwa Eniola For decades, the work-integrated learning program has been in place to enable students of various faculties to have the practical experience required to excel in their fields. Some of these faculties include Education, Agriculture, Technology, Psychology, Pharmacy, Medicine and Engineering. Education students are known for the teaching practice exercise, Agriculture and Forestry […]
By: Oluwamuyiwa Eniola It’s another session, it really is. Another time to learn the names of new roommates, get accustomed to a new room, register for new courses and battle with making it up for 7am classes. It’s another time to watch freshers bask in the awe of new beginnings, staylites grapple with old routines […]
By: Oluwamuyiwa Eniola The Student Representative Council (SRC) of the university of Ibadan has released an official statement concerning the result of their first emergency sitting which took place on Saturday, 8th of June 2024. This meeting was mainly held to review the proposal of faculty presidents and the council of hall chairpersons to increase […]
Every new administration brings hope to the intellectual students of the ASSE department. As we bask in the joy each new dawn brings, hoping the new administration won’t sulk as much as the last, such positives drive our renewed trust – although, little- in a new administration. Regardless of how hard it is, we mustered […]
By: Oluwamuyiwa Eniola Following the usual ritual, the 300 and 400 level students of the mother of all faculties are out there conducting their teaching practice (TP) exercise in various public and private schools across Ibadan. Some who still couldn’t find a place in West Africa’s largest city had to explore nearby cities like Osun. […]
By: Oluwamuyiwa Eniola According to a report by UCJ UI, Emeritus Professor, Ayo Banjo passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024. Before his demise, he was the longest serving Vice-chancellor of the university of Ibadan. Owing to his remarkable impacts in the academic sphere, the current vice chancellor, Prof. Adebowale sent words of condolence to […]
By: Oluwamuyiwa Eniola The vice president elect of Assesa department, Oluwafemi Moyosore, a 400 level student from the Communication and Language Arts (CLA) option has resigned from her current position. She expressed her intention through a Whatsapp message that went viral across Assesa’s social platforms on Sunday, 19th of May 2024. In her resignation letter, […]
By: Anita Eze At the Faculty of Education, University of Ibadan Large Lecture Theater on Friday, May 10, 2024, a first of its kind interdisciplinary Service Learning Celebration titled “Embedding Service Learning in Curriculum for Functioning University Education in Nigeria” was held which was sponsored by The Education Collaborative at ASHESI University , Accra, Ghana. […]
By: Davistee Joselu’s late double dashes Harry Kane hope of winning a major trophy and also leaves Bayern Munich trophyless this season since 2011-12. The 30-year-old Three Lions captain has been claimed by many to have left Spurs in search of major title to enhance his cabinet, and is having a stellar debut season in […]
By: Àwotunde Ifeoluwa Dorcas It is no longer news that so far the 3 administrations the faculty of education has had after the COVID-19 experience, Hon Gucci’s led administration has made an impact and surpassed its predecessors. More importantly, 2 administrations before Hon.Gucci’s had been marred by corruption incidence but Hon. Gucci’s administration experienced none […]
By: Anita Eze The Faculty of Education, University of Ibadan, witnessed a historic handover ceremony as Team Edge, led by Hon. Gucci formally transferred power to Team Brazen, led by Kolapo Oluwafemi Samuel, on May 9th, 2024. Upon the conclusion of the Dean’s address, the handover ceremony moved to the Sub Dean’s speech. Dr. Ihezie […]
By:Àwotunde Ifeoluwa Dorcas The NUESA UI Handover ceremony, held on May 9th, was graced by the presence of Professor Adegbesan Olufemi, Dean of the faculty, who delivered an inspiring speech. He began by expressing his love for students, stating, “I have been a dean that loves students so much, because 95% of my friends are […]
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