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New Portal or New Union: How the Old Combated OAU School Fee Hikes

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By Israel Bakare  It is wonderful to know how many institutions change their appearance while retaining the questions that have followed them for years. In most cases, all it takes is a new outlook, a remoulded platform and a shift to advanced technology to convince the masses that a new chapter has begun. On the campus of Obafemi Awolowo University, the arrival of a new portal is thought to have offered a renewed opportunity: new growth, a renewed reality, a better experience and a new definition of progress. OAU’s new portal came with a new digital identity, but students are still left with an old concern: new portal or new union? Who has contributed to the reasons why students are constantly concerned, or has the experience of being a student truly improved? Should a new portal be an entrance into unwanted frustration? Yet, beyond the technical conversations surrounding the new portal, one issue has taken centre stage: the increase in school fees. This is the point at which the ...
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Students’ Union Suspends Sporting Activities Over Proposed Increase in Faculty Fees

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​ By Oyinlade Adeyemi  The Great Ife Students’ Union of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has suspended sporting activities involving the university’s training pitches and Main Bowl following a proposed increase in the fees charged for their use. The Great Ife Students’ Union announced the suspension in a statement issued on Sunday, 18 October 2026, stating that sporting activities would remain suspended until further notice, pending the outcome of ongoing engagements with the relevant authorities. The statement, issued through the Office of the Director of Sports, confirmed reports of the proposed increase and said a counter-motion had been initiated to challenge the School Sports Council's decision.   The Great Ife Students’ Union expressed concern over the implications of the proposed increase for sports development and student participation, noting that the facilities were initially provided free of charge for students’ benefit. It maintained that the facilities w...
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The Icons Organization Hosts Journalism Webinar 4.0

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By Kehinde Ayodele   The Icons Organization on Saturday, October 17, 2026, held its Journalism Webinar 4.0, urging aspiring journalists to prioritise the impact of their stories and uphold accuracy, evidence, and integrity in their reporting. The webinar, themed “Journalism That Matters: How to Discover Stories, Build Credibility, and Stand Out Beyond Campus,” began at 11:00 a.m. with the moderator, Kehinde Ayodele, welcoming participants before introducing the session and its guest speaker, Ndidiamaka Ede, popularly known as Impeccable. She is a journalist with Premium Times and the local coordinator of Students for Liberty Nigeria. Speaking during the session, Ndidiamaka explained that journalism goes beyond reporting events to investigating societal problems, examining their effects on people, and seeking solutions in the public interest. She encouraged participants to pay attention to their surroundings, identify issues affecting people, and investigate them to uncover meanin...
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OAU Releases Academic Calendar for 2026/2027 Session, Sets Resumption for October 31

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​ By Blessed Elemikan In a Senate meeting held on Tuesday, 29th September, the management of Obafemi Awolowo University approved the academic calendar for the 2026/2027 session. The schedule will see fresh students resuming in two batches: those from the faculties of Administration, Design and Management, Law, and Social Sciences will resume on 31st October, while students from the faculties of Agriculture, Basic Medical Sciences, Clinical Sciences, Computing Science and Engineering, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Science and Technology will resume on 1st November. Online course registration will begin on 2nd November and conclude on 20th November. Late registration with a penalty will be available from 14th to 18th December. Orientation programmes for freshers will run from 2nd to 6th November, followed by ICT training from 9th to 13th November. However, returning undergraduate students, also called stalites, are scheduled to resume on 15...
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DSA Grants Hostel Extension for Students Engaged in Academic Activities

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By Kehinde Ayodele The Division of Student Affairs (DSA) at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, has approved a special extension allowing students involved in statutory academic activities to remain in the university's halls of residence beyond the previously set vacation deadline of September 15. This development was announced in an internal memorandum dated September 10, 2026, signed by the Vice-Dean of the Division of Student Affairs, Dr Lukman O. Olasunkanmi. Earlier, on September 4, the university had instructed all undergraduate students in the halls of residence to vacate their assigned bed spaces and remove their personal belongings by Tuesday, September 15, 2026. Under the new arrangement, students engaged in extended academic activities like the Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES)/Student Work Experience Program (SWEP), Teaching Practice, College Examinations, and Farm Internships are eligible to apply for an extension of their stay in the halls. The D...
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​The Icons Organisation and Its Members Win Multiple Awards

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By Taiwo Adelusi The Association of Campus Journalists (ACJOAU) held its dinner and award night on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, to celebrate the achievements of the 2025/2026 session. The event, themed “Gbàgede Oníròyìn,” recognized the outstanding accomplishments made during this period, particularly highlighting the significant contributions during the "members era." On Sunday, August 23, 2026, ACJ released the list of award nominees, which featured 23 categories. The Icons Organisation was nominated for the Overall Best News Agency, and its members received nominations across various categories. During the dinner and awards ceremony, Icons and its members excelled, winning 13 out of the 23 awards announced by the Association of Campus Journalists. The awarded categories included: https://theiconsorg.blogspot.com/2026/09/acj-dinner-and-award-night-featuring.html - Best News Agency: Icons Organisation - Overall Best Campus Journalist: Ezekiel Ogunniyi - Best Campus Editor: Ad...
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ACJ Dinner and Award Night Featuring Handing Over

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​ By Taiwo Adelusi On Tuesday, 1st September 2026, the Association of Campus Journalists at OAU (ACJOAU) held its Annual Dinner and Award Night themed “Gbàgede Oníròyìn.” The event celebrated the organisation's achievements over the session and recognised outstanding journalists, at the Faculty of Agricultural Foyer. As guests arrived, the MC invited ACJ President Esther Olatimehin to the stage to deliver the welcome speech. She opened by welcoming all members to the event and reminded them that the organisation serves as a training ground for aspiring journalists. She emphasised that ACJOAU remains committed to the growth and development of its members, stating, “ Leadership is not just about ownership but service. ” Esther expressed that the event was an opportunity to appreciate individuals who have dedicated their time and energy to the community. She added that it provides a chance for members to socialise, relax, and have fun. After the president's speech, the MC called f...
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