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By Adedoyin Oguntade Ogungbe Peter Oluwadamilare, a Part 3 student of the Department of Physical and Health Education, fought Judo in the Federation of African University Sports (FASU) games and won gold in the -81kg and open weight categories. The 11th edition of the FASU games began in Lagos, Nigeria, with over 1,500 athletes from 43 African nations participating. The event started on September 21 and will conclude on September 29. UNILAG and LASU are co-hosting the games, making it the first time two universities have jointly hosted the event. Athletes from African universities compete in 17 sports such as athletics, basketball, football, and swimming. Nigeria is hosting the games for the first time in two decades, last hosting in 2004 at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University in Bauchi. READ ALSO: Extension of Stay in Halls: Students' Union Makes Clarifications In an exclusive interview with an Icons correspondent, Ogungbe Peter shared his experience during the compe

Abdul-Hakeem Akiyode  A release issued by the Division of Student Affairs (DSA) on August 27th requested that students vacate the halls of residence by September 6th, 2024. This announcement prompted a meeting between the Students' Union and the DSA. Due to the intervention of the Students' Union, an agreement was reached with the DSA. Students engaged in SWEP, SIWES, Teaching Practice, or other mandatory departmental programs were given additional consideration. READ ALSO: Town Gboro Drivers Stop Operations Due to Hike in Fuel Prices, Students' Union Intervenes In a release issued by the Students' Union on Sunday, September 8th, several clarifications were made: Male students currently residing in the halls of residence are to move to Fajuyi Hall, while female students are to move to Akintola Hall due to security reasons. Only students who will remain on campus after September 13th are required to pay the stipulated charges demanded by the DSA. No student w

By Adedoyin Oguntade The Towngboro drivers and the bike riders made moves to increase the transportation fares due to the recent increase in fuel prices and its scarcity. According to information gathered from the Students' Union executives posts, an emergency meeting was held with the bike riders and they came to an agreement that the usual prices will still be in place till Monday, September 9, when the bike riders will provide a feedback.  Prices for bikes to follow are written in blue. A meeting was also held with the Towngboro drivers but it did not yield any positive result as they ended up leaving the campus. In order to convey students that were stranded on campus, the Students' Union executives made the union bus available and also stopped private cars to assist. READ ALSO: Great Ife Students' Union Clarifies Misinformation Surrounding Rape Incident In a release made by the Students' Union on Friday, September 6, it was affirmed that the

By Omotara Adesina In response to the viral rape report released by the Osun State Police, the Great Ife Student Union has clarified the victim's relationship to the university. This clarification follows a thorough investigation conducted by the Central Executive Council to ascertain the victim's identity. The initial report, issued by State Command Spokesperson Yemisi Opalola, identified the victim as a student of Obafemi Awolowo University. However, the student union refuted this claim, stating, "We discovered that recent reports circulating about a rape incident mistakenly identifying the victim as a student of our institution. We wish to clarify that the individual involved is, in fact, a student of Foreign Links, not our student."  READ ALSO: Great Ife Students' Union Demands Government's Implementation of Proper Safety Measures Following Esi Rita's Death The victim, whose name has been withheld, was reportedly raped and robbed by a comme

By Omotara Adesina The Great Ife Student Union released a formal statement on Friday, August 23, addressing the Federal Government and the Osun state government on the implementation critical safety measures on its federal roads. This statement came in the wake of the fatal road accident that occurred on Thursday, August 22, 2024, claiming the life of Esu Rita  Ema, a final student of Foreign Languages Department.  Rita, who was on her way to submit her final year project, was hit while attempting to cross the Ife-Ibadan road at the campus gate. According to eye witnesses, the driver, one Lasisi Sodiq Segun, drove on high speed, killing the student while she stood by the roadside. This incident sparked an uproar within the campus community as road safety issues were highlighted.   The Students' Union, hence, released her demands and call for an “immediate and decisive action” to prevent such tragic reoccurrence and the protect the lives of her students. The press relea

By Omotara Adesina and Adedoyin Oguntade The inauguration of the elected Students' Union executives took place on Thursday, August 8th, at Oduduwa Hall. The event started around 11:00am. It commenced with the University's Public Relations Officer, Mr. Abiodun Olanrewaju, introducing the principal officials and dignitaries. The early proceedings included a welcome address by the Dean of Students Affairs, Prof. J.A. Odedire, and an electoral speech by Ogunperi Taofeek, Chairman of the Electoral Commission. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A.S. Bamire, then gave his speech. He spoke about issues concerning leadership and how the new set of leaders should strive to uphold good values. After the swearing-in of the Speaker, Honourable Oladapo Olakunle Olajide, by the Vice Chancellor, the speaker proceeded to swear-in the Deputy Speaker, Honourable Joshua David, and the Clerk, Honourable Alawode Ewaoluwa. Hon. Oladapo also conducted the swearing-in of the parliamentarians, Hall