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            Adedoyin Onajobi The Interblock Competition has long been a cherished tradition across halls of residence within the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) community, of which Awolowo Hall is no exception. In this year’s edition of the Awoites Interblock Competition, the spotlight extends beyond football, with events also featuring basketball, volleyball, and table tennis. The competition continues to serve as a unifying platform that promotes togetherness, sportsmanship, and healthy rivalry among the various blocks. It commenced on Friday, June 26, at the Awo Hall football pitch and basketball court, which also doubles as the volleyball court, and is scheduled to conclude on Saturday, July 18, 2026. In a conversation with the Awo Hall Sports Secretary, Faleye Ifeoluwa (Falex), he described the opening fixtures as exciting and filled with thrilling moments. He noted that participation among players has been impre...

        Adedeji Fawaz & Abiola Iyelomo In a bid to protect young women from cervical cancer, the Health Equity Initiative Africa (HEIA) Society, in partnership with the Campus Health Rights Initiative (CHRI), OAU, has launched a human papillomavirus (HPV) sensitisation campaign on the Obafemi Awolowo University campus. The initiative aims to improve students’ health outcomes and reduce the burden of cervical cancer. The awareness campaign, held on Friday, June 26, was spearheaded by Fumilayo Shopade. It sought to educate students on the importance of preventive healthcare, particularly regarding HPV and its link to cervical cancer. Fumilayo Shopade, a 400-level medical student and founder of HEIA, stated that the organisation is committed to enlightening students about HPV and promoting preventive measures, including accessible screening at a subsidised fee of ₦500 for consumables. “It was born out of a desire to advance equ...

            Fawaz Adedeji The third edition of the Faculty of Arts Distinguished Alumni Lecture, held on Thursday, July 2, at Oduduwa Hall, Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), enlightened students on how formal education transforms melody into mastery, passion into profession, and sound into a structured body of knowledge. The event explored how discipline within formal education helps students actualise their dreams, visions, and career aspirations, while equipping them to think critically, act with precision, and contribute meaningfully to society. In his welcome address, the Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Prof. Gbenga Fasiku, commended the guest lecturer, principal officers, and students in attendance. He emphasised the significance of studying music as an integral part of human existence. “Music is one of the oldest expressions of the human spirit. It is the heartbeat of memory, the architect of rhythm, and a bridge betw...

              Faith Alofe Campus journalism, as described in Adejumo Kabir’s handbook on campus journalism, refers to the act of collecting, writing, and editing news stories for newspapers, magazines, television, or radio within the institutional community. The practice of campus journalism serves as a foundation for anyone pursuing a career in journalism. It is a platform that reports, writes content, conducts interviews, and investigates happenings within universities, and it is typically carried out by students of such institutions. The main purpose of campus journalism is to serve as a watchdog of the institution. Therefore, becoming a campus journalist helps foster and strengthen one’s ability to amplify the voices of students against unfavourable school policies and actions. Nevertheless, campus journalism may appear to be a one-way traffic, but it goes beyond just writing campus reports. It is a training ground for learning how to l...

        John Alabi The management of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has initiated plans to establish Organ Studies through a partnership with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Church Organ Projects in Nigeria (CHOPIN) and an alumnus of the university, Lanre Delano. The proposed programme will be domiciled in the Department of Music and will follow a structured training pathway for applicants. It will begin with a nine-month Certificate Programme covering foundational organ training, hymn accompaniment, and liturgical or church music interpretation. Successful candidates will thereafter proceed to an 18-month Diploma Programme, which will focus on advanced organ performance and deeper technical training.                                 Department of Music, OAU. The alumnus explained that the initiative is designed to provide classical music enthusias...

          Fawaz Adedeji The Know Your Rights Conference (KYRC) 2026, held on Saturday, June 27 at Ajose Lecture Theatre, organized by the Clinic for Human Rights, Obafemi Awolowo University (CHROAU) examined the contemporary challenges surrounding citizens’ fundamental human rights and highlighted the role of Nigerian youths in driving social change through activism and advocacy. The conference, themed “The Voice of Youth in Activism and Advocacy in the Contemporary World,” focused on equipping students with the knowledge and tools required to hold government accountable, defend the vulnerable, and engage meaningfully in democratic processes. Participants were encouraged to leverage research, constitutional awareness, and digital literacy to challenge injustice, influence public policy, and uphold the rule of law. The event featured a diverse lineup of speakers, including Prof. Oyelade of the Faculty of Law; journalists Sikiru Obaray...