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 […]
By Precious The Nigerian Universities Education Students’ Association, University of Ibadan (NUESA-UI) chapter, has announced the death of Adedeji Stephen Adedayo, a 400-level student of the Department of Science and Technology Education, in a condolence letter issued on July 31, 2026. The Central Executive Council of NUESA-UI, described in the letter as “The Conscientious Team,” […]
By Olaoluwa Afolabi ASSE suffered a narrow 3-2 defeat to HKE in an action-packed friendly encounter, with the visitors holding off a spirited late comeback to claim victory.HKE started brightly, dominating possession from the opening whistle and pinning ASSE deep inside their own half. Their early pressure earned the first corner of the match, although […]
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: Debbiemuse Nigeria’s academic community is mourning the death of Emeritus Professor Ayo Bamgbose, the country’s first Professor of Linguistics and one of Africa’s foremost scholars of language, who died on Saturday, 25 July 2026, at the age of 94. Professor Bamgbose reportedly died in Ibadan after a brief illness, bringing to a close a […]
Leadership has always been about more than titles. Offices can be occupied, elections can be won, appointments can be announced, and positions can be assumed. Yet none of these automatically produces trust. Trust is not conferred alongside a certificate of office, nor does it arrive with a congratulatory message. It is earned; consistently, and publicly. […]
By: Debbiemuse The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has reaffirmed its criticism of the outgoing Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor Kayode Oyebode Adebowale, maintaining that its position on his administration remains unchanged despite a public disagreement with the University of Ibadan Students’ Union (UISU). The renewed position comes days after the student […]
By: Thanni-Balogun Esther For many students of the University of Ibadan, the arrival of the ₦20,000 Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) upkeep allowance on July 21 brought a wave of relief after weeks of anxious waiting. The disbursement came about two months after the previous payment on May 6, forcing many beneficiaries to manage academic […]
By: Yemisi The University of Ibadan has added another structure to its growing list of alumni-funded projects, with the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kayode O. Adebowale, mni, FAS, fspsp, formally commissioning a newly constructed security post at the Faculty of Education. The facility was donated by two retired naval officers, Rear Admiral A. L. Akintola and Rear […]
By: Precious The Union of Campus Journalists, University of Ibadan (UCJ UI), has issued a statement of solidarity with the Association of Campus Journalists, Obafemi Awolowo University (ACJOAU), following the latter’s decision to withdraw from live coverage of the 2024/2025 Students’ Union election over alleged harassment, intimidation, and obstruction faced by its reporters. In a […]
The Association of Campus Journalists, Obafemi Awolowo University (ACJOAU), has withdrawn from providing live coverage of the institution’s 2024/2025 Students’ Union election, citing what it described as harassment, intimidation and obstruction of its reporters during the electoral process. The decision was announced in a press statement dated 24 July 2026 and jointly signed by the […]
The President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called on the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to investigate the tenure of the outgoing Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor Kayode Oyebode Adebowale, alleging that his administration was characterized by anti-student policies and actions that undermined students’ welfare. […]
by Timileyin Ajala The installation of fire extinguishers across all halls of residence has officially commenced, fulfilling a key safety requirement set by university management for the approval of gas usage on campus. In a joint statement issued on July 23, 2026, Union President Temidayo S. Adeboye and General Secretary Joshua O. Shontan acknowledged the […]
By: Debbiemuse The Governing Council of the University of Ibadan has approved the appointment of Professor Peter Olamakinde Olapegba as the institution’s 14th Vice-Chancellor following the conclusion of a competitive selection process. The decision was reached at the Council’s meeting on Wednesday, 22 July 2026, after members considered and adopted the report of the Joint […]
by Thanni-Balogun Esther The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) has declared that its presidential candidate and Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has what it takes to defeat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Abubakar Yusuf, made the assertion during an interview with The Punch, stating that Makinde […]
by Olaoluwa Afolabi Spain have been crowned champions after defeating Argentina 1–0 in a dramatic World Cup final, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in extra time to secure La Roja’s second title in 16 years.Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez was called into action early in the match, making crucial saves to keep his side […]
by oluwatimileyin The University of Ibadan Career Development and Counselling Centre (UCDECC) has announced a one-day training programme designed specifically for final-year students. The theme “From Campus to Corporate: Mastering Essential Soft Skills,” aims at equipping graduating students with the critical interpersonal skills needed to seamlessly transition from academic life into the professional corporate workplace. […]
by Olaoluwa Argentina’s dramatic 2–1 comeback victory over England at the Atlanta Stadium has set the stage for a mouthwatering FIFA World Cup final against Spain, led by Luis de la Fuente. The two giants will battle for football’s biggest prize at MetLife Stadium, New York City, on 19 July 2026. Spain booked their place […]
By: Oluwatimilehin The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has noted what it calls “unethical practices” by some tertiary institutions against students. In a public notice released on Monday, June 29, 2026 and signed by the Director, Strategic Communications Nigerian Education Student Loan Fund, NELFUND said it has received complaints about schools that are either delaying […]
By: Deborah Idowu Prospective students seeking admission into the University of Ibadan (UI) for the 2026/2027 academic session can now begin registration for the institution’s Post-UTME and Direct Entry screening exercise, following the official release of the admission schedule by the University’s management. According to the announcement signed by the Registrar, G. O. Saliu on […]
By Timileyin Fellow Uites, stay sharp! The University of Ibadan Students’ Union has issued a strong disclaimer warning students, prospective candidates, parents, and guardians against a fraudulent message currently making the rounds online. In the memo released, it was titled ‘Disclaimer on circulating fake post UTME screening notice.’ The fake notice claims to invite underage […]
By Clems The afternoon sun had done its worst to me. I had been on my feet since morning running, thinking, carrying the weight of a long day on a body that had not been properly fed. By the time my mother set the food down in front of us, my eyes were almost bigger […]
By Clems Eight thousand eight hundred and nine wards, seven hundred and seventy four local government areas. Now let’s hear the results… The returning officer finally stood before the microphone at the Bola Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja and cleared his throat, the room already knew what he was going to say. They had […]
An examination is supposed to test a student’s knowledge, not their ability to endure hunger, uncertainty, exhaustion, bad weather, transportation difficulties, and fears about getting home safely at night. However, for many students of the University of Ibadan who sat for General Studies (GES) examinations at the Distance Learning Centre (DLC) on Monday, June 1, […]
Books and all forms of writing are a threat to those who wish to suppress the truth.” — Wole Soyinka. In every democratic society, the press is often described as the watchdog of the people, the voice that questions, informs, and preserves accountability. Within the university environment, this role becomes even more delicate and essential. […]
The University of Ibadan has emerged champions of the 8th FASU Afro Varsity 3×3 Basketball Challenge, securing a historic qualification for the FISU 3×3 World Cup scheduled to hold in Macau, China, later this year. The feat was achieved on Monday, June 1, as the hosts defeated Nile University 19–14 in the men’s final to […]
Students of the University of Ibadan scheduled to sit for General Studies (GES) examinations on Monday June 1, 2026, experienced hours-long delays following a reported technical fault at the university’s Distant Learning Center, disrupting examination schedules and leaving many stranded late into the evening. The affected examinations included GES 301, C-UI-GES 108 and C-UI-GES 105, […]
There is a stage in the life of a nation when fear stops being an interruption and begins to function like background noise. It does not always announce itself with headlines or dramatic breaking news alerts. Instead, it settles into routines; how people travel, how families communicate, how students plan their movements and how entire […]
By: Deborah Idowu and Esther Thanni-Balogun A cross-section of damaged chairs in the Faculty of Education’s Large Lecture Theatre (LLT), one of several concerns raised by students over the condition of the facility A Brief History The University of Ibadan, established in 1948 as Nigeria’s premier university and attaining full independence in 1962, remains the […]
Once you ran through days like open fields,chasing light as though it could never be taken away from you,as though the world would always be safe enough for your laughter. But lately, the Nigerian child has learned a different soundthe silence that follows missing footsteps,the absence that sits where children should be. Somewhere across the […]
The Assistant General Secretary of the Arts and Social Sciences Education Students’ Association (ASSESA), Mr. Ogundele Ebenezer, has resigned from office weeks after being placed on probation by the association’s Senate over concerns relating to his performance in office. The resignation, formally acknowledged by the ASSESA Senate on May 26, 2026, comes nearly a month […]
By: Esther Thanni-Balogun The reinstatement of ASSE Male Team goalkeeper, Faramoluwa Eniola Makinde, popularly known as “Y Mayor,” has sparked reactions among students and sports enthusiasts within the Arts and Social Sciences Education Students’ Association (ASSESA). Makinde, who was suspended from the team on April 9, 2026, was officially reinstated on May 26, 2026. Speaking […]
The Students’ Union of the University of Ibadan has issued an update regarding the ongoing process for approval of cooking gas usage in undergraduate halls of residence following discussions with the University Management earlier in May. In a statement released on May 28, 2026 and jointly signed by the Students’ Union President, Temidayo S. Adeboye […]
By: Olaoluwa Afolabi Following ASSE Invincible Babes’ victorious campaign at the 2026 Seals Cup, team captain Esther Ojada, 400 Level, Religious Studies Unit, has described the experience as emotional and rewarding after the team successfully reclaimed the trophy they previously won in 2024. Speaking with ASSESA Press Correspondent after the tournament, Esther said the journey […]
The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, May 27 and Thursday, May 28, 2026, as public holidays in celebration of this year’s Eid-el-Kabir festival. This was disclosed in a special bulletin released by the University of Ibadan on Monday, May 25, 2026, and signed by the Registrar, G. O. Saliu. According to the notice, workers on […]
By: Enoch Adegbile Picture a quiet room during an online test. Everything looks calm on the surface. Students are seated, eyes on screens, hands moving slowly. But beneath that calmness, something different is happening. One student is trying to recall lecture notes, to remember what was read. Another is not relying on memory at all […]
By: Jadesola As the semester gradually draws to an end, it is no longer news that the period of trial also draws near. Not necessarily a trial in the sense of suffering or punishment, but the formal assessment involving written or oral questions under a time constraint based on course materials covered during the semester: […]
By: Olaoluwa Afolabi Busari Malik, a 700-level student of Arts and Social Sciences Education: Political Sciences Unit, has emerged as the winner of the Seals Cup Golden Boot Award following a remarkable individual campaign in the just concluded 2025/2026 Seals Cup Tournament. Despite ASSE Invincibles Male’s quarter-final exit, the prolific attacker finished as the tournament’s […]
The Art and Social Sciences Local Press Organization (ASSESA PRESS), University of Ibadan, hereby confirms the resignation of the News Editor II, Toriola Olajumoke, following her decision to pursue interests within the political scene of the University, primarily in the departmental Senate. In the resignation letter addressed to the Editor-in-Chief of ASSESA PRESS, Olajumoke stated […]
By: Oluwaseyifunmi The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has announced that candidates seeking admission into Education programmes and agriculture-related non-engineering courses in Colleges of Education and Polytechnics will no longer be required to sit for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The development was disclosed on Monday during the ongoing 2026 Policy Meeting on Admissions […]
The protest began, as many campus protests often do, with something painfully ordinary. Students woke up to dry taps, dark hostels, dead charging ports and another morning shaped by the familiar frustration of trying to survive within failing campus infrastructure. Buckets gathered beside bathrooms before sunrise, long queues formed around the few functioning water points, […]
By Clems Every few years, Nigeria transforms. Campaign posters replace broken billboards. Politicians who were absent for four years suddenly appear in markets, mosques, and churches. New promises are made over old, unfulfilled ones. And Nigerians, battered but resilient, are asked once again to believe. Since the return of democracy in 1999, Nigeria has conducted […]
By: Alawode Esther and Yemisi As the clock inches toward evening on many Nigerian campuses, students begin to leave lecture halls in clusters. Not for rest, not for leisure, not because the academic day is over, but because another form of commitment is calling students elsewhere. For some students, the academic timetable no longer ends […]
By: Deborah Idowu In a world still carrying the psychological scars of COVID-19, news of another viral outbreak is enough to command immediate global attention. Recent reports surrounding suspected hantavirus infections linked to passengers aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius have once again pushed international public health into the spotlight. With cases reportedly monitored across […]
Hours after students of the University of Ibadan staged a protest over the prolonged lack of electricity and water supply on campus, the university management has committed to a number of measures aimed at addressing pressing welfare concerns. The resolutions followed a meeting between the Students’ Union leadership, the Council of Faculty Presidents, Council of […]
By Oluwayemisi The University of Ibadan Students’ Union has announced the suspension of all academic activities on campus, citing the deteriorating living conditions resulting from the ongoing industrial action by the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU). In the circular released today, 6 May, 2026, signed by the […]
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