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              Eniola Adeyeye Residents of Ladoke Akintola Hall, Obafemi Awolowo University, have expressed relief following the installation of new toilet facilities in the hostel, an upgrade many described as long overdue.  The project forms part of ongoing efforts by the hall management to improve living conditions and address recurring complaints about poor hygiene and failing infrastructure. For years, students have endured malfunctioning toilet systems and inadequate sanitation. The newly installed water closets have now brought a sense of comfort and optimism among residents. Speaking with the ICONS Reporters, a resident, Esther Aduragbemi, said the new facilities were a welcome development, especially for fresh occupants. “The new water closets were necessary and will definitely make users more comfortable,” she said. Esther emphasized the need for consistent maintenance, recommending regular cleaning and steady water supply. ...

              Subomi Omonijo The sporting community of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has raised alarm over what it described as the “dying state” of sports on campus, blaming management neglect, lack of support, and poor welfare for the decline. In an open letter released by the athletes earlier this month, the group expressed frustration at what they termed years of institutional disregard for student-athletes, despite their dedication and contributions to the university’s reputation in various competitions. READ ALSO :  https://theiconsorg.blogspot.com/2025/05/inside-oau-dilapidated-state-of-sports.html The statement noted that most athletes train under poor conditions, with little or no access to standard facilities or equipment. It also condemned the absence of compensation and the administration’s indifference toward their welfare. According to one athlete, the university’s support for sports has been “non...

       Ezekiel Ogunniyi  The Students’ Union of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, has issued a stern warning to students against the illegal sale or transfer of allocated bedspaces at exorbitant prices. In a statement released on Thursday, 30th October, and signed by the Union’s President, Adelani David Oluwatodimu (Itabi); Secretary-General, Habeeb Oke Isa (Opeyemi); and Public Relations Officer, Oreoluwa Joseph Olowosile (Wà á là), the Union described the practice as “disturbing” and exploitative. According to the Union, some students have been engaging in the black-market trading of bedspaces officially allocated by the Division of Students’ Affairs, often at inflated prices that take advantage of those still struggling to secure accommodation. READ ALSO: http://theiconsorg.blogspot.com/2025/10/ballot-and-sell-mmm-of-oau.html “Bedspaces are not commodities to be traded for personal gain,” the Union warned, stressing that the act violates univer...

         Bukola Fatoba I'm shocked, how does my phone know this is exactly what I'm thinking or planning to do? Why are all these ads recently correlating to what I thought or spoke about to my friends? Have you ever pondered on these questions several times, knowing your phone is not human. Now, let's delve into it properly, the fact remains that you constantly give your smartphone your personal information willingly, meanwhile, you are ignorant of the “behind-the-screen” functions of watching, gathering, and learning performed by your phone. In this era of smart gadgets, smartphones have evolved beyond mere texting and calling tools, they are now data magnets that fit in your pockets, and underscore your locations, interests, habits, feelings, impressions, to mention a few.   Now, the question is, to what extent does your phone truly know who you are? The Information You Willingly Give Out Ask yourself this question, “how often do I check the terms a...

        Ezekiel Ogunniyi  Tension has heightened among newly admitted students and aspirants of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, following the release of the lectures timetable for CHM 103 (Introductory Experimental Chemistry I), which announced that practicals will begin on Monday, 3rd November. The development has sparked mixed reactions among the freshers, as the university recently joined the ongoing two-week warning strike declared by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). Several fresh students expressed confusion and frustration over the announcement, especially since many of them only received their admission letters within just 24 hours before the release. For weeks, most had been stuck on the “Admission in Progress (AIP)” status — a situation that delayed the resumption earlier slated for 11th October.               CHM 103 2024/25 academic session practical schedule  While...

            Taiwo Oyedeji  A final-year student of the Department of English (Literature Major), Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has earned recognition from Nollywood star Femi Adebayo for her academic research centered on his film, Seven Doors. The student, Oyindamola Ojo, gained attention after sharing a post on X (formerly Twitter) about her undergraduate project titled — “The Aesthetics of Oral Performance in Femi Adebayo’s Seven Doors,” — a study which examines how the movie creatively employs Yoruba oral-traditional elements, including proverbs, chants, songs, and rituals, to enrich its narrative and sustain cultural identity. Her post, which appealed for a retweet from the actor, caught Adebayo’s attention, as the vibrant filmmaker acknowledged her work, quoted her tweet, and personally reached out to commend her effort. “He messaged me and then quoted my post,” Oyindamola said. According to her, “Femi Adebayo...