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ACJOAU Holds Induction Ceremony for New Members

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Ademola Boluwatife Eriife-Oluwasimi The Association of Campus Journalists at Obafemi Awolowo University (ACJOAU) held its induction ceremony on Saturday, 22 November 2025, at AUD II. The event started at 10:30 a.m. with an opening prayer led by the General Secretary and a rendition of the Great Ife Anthem. The General Secretary introduced the keynote speakers: Mr Boluwatife Akinyemi, Senior Reporter at Nigerian Tribune; Mr Enoch Oyedibo, Investigative Journalist; and Miss Busola Ayodele, On Air Personality at Great 94.5 FM. Mr Akinyemi spoke about the key principles journalists must follow. He advised against sensationalism and unnecessary adjectives. He emphasized the importance of accuracy, objectivity, honesty, and hard work to build trust with the public. He also encouraged journalists to verify information, understand their interviewees well, protect their independence, and focus on a particular journalistic beat. Mr Oyedibo talked about building a strong byline. He ex...
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OAU Commissions New Bus for Faculty of Social Sciences

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  Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) commissioned a new bus for the Faculty of Social Sciences on November 4, 2025. The new vehicle will help improve transportation for students and staff, supporting academic and welfare activities. The bus was donated by the Prince Adedeji Adelabu Memorial Foundation and presented by Dr. Mrs. Dolapo Fasawe. This gift fulfilled a promise made during the university’s 2025 Bi-annual Conference. Professor Modupe Adelabu, representing the Adelabu family, said the donation shows their gratitude to the university. “Supporting OAU is a commitment of gratitude. Our family’s success started here, and this donation will help future students build their own legacies,” she said. Vice Chancellor Professor Adebayo Simeon Bamire praised the alumni network for their continued support. “This kind gesture proves that our university’s strength comes from its alumni. Their support is important for keeping the university excellent and well-resourced,” he said. The Facult...
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OAU Commissions 6.2 kW Solar-Hybrid Inverter System

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  Obafemi Awolowo University’s Department of Estate Management in the Faculty of Environmental Design and Management commissioned a new 6.2 kW solar-hybrid inverter project on November 6, 2025. The project aims to enhance power supply reliability and improve the working and learning environment for both staff and students. The commissioning ceremony took place at the Head of Department’s office, attended by key university officials including Vice-Chancellor Prof. Simeon Bamire; Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) Prof. Adesola Aderounmu; Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research, Innovation & Development) Prof. Akanni Akinyemi; the Faculty Dean Prof. Ademuleya; and the Head of Department, Prof. Oyedele. Directors, faculty members, and staff were also present. Prof. Oyedele welcomed guests and expressed gratitude to both the university leadership for their ongoing support and the alumni whose generosity funded the project. The Dean and Deputy Vice-Chancellors delivered goodwill messages ur...
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OAU Students Gain Global Recognition for Research and Leadership

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Two students from Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) have recently been honored internationally for their outstanding achievements in research and leadership, highlighting their dedication to academic excellence and global collaboration. Mr. Ayodeji Arobo, a second-year Dentistry student, was appointed Student Ambassador for the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (RSTMH). In this role, he advocates for global health issues, leading initiatives that promote awareness of tropical medicine and the health challenges faced by underserved populations. In addition, Mr. Arobo contributed to international research by working with a cardio-thoracic surgery team made up of experts from Germany, Brazil, and the United Kingdom. He co-authored three abstracts accepted for presentation at the 39th Annual Meeting of the European Association for Cardio-thoracic Surgery (EACTS 2025) in Copenhagen, Denmark. Notably, he is the only African member of this group and served as first aut...
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OAU Kilonshele, Seven Reporters Nominated for 2025 ACJOAU Awards

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Adebimpe Oluwatofunmi OAU Kilonshele News Agency, a leading campus media platform at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), along with seven of its reporters, has earned several nominations in the upcoming 2025 Association of Campus Journalists, OAU (ACJOAU) Awards. The reporters nominated include Benjamin Oluwakasayo Emmanuel for Best News Reporter; Edun Precious and Lawal Usman Olanrewaju for Best Article Writer; and Esther Olatunji, who earned multiple nominations for Best Upcoming Writer, Best Female Campus Journalist, Most Promising Campus Journalist, and Overall Best Campus Journalist. Other nominees from OAU Kilonshele include Lawal Usman Olanrewaju for Best Politics Reporter, Emiola Oluwaseun for Best Feature Writer, and Abdulkareem Abdulbasit, the Editor-in-Chief of OAU Kilonshele, for Best Campus Editor. The agency itself is also nominated for Best News Agency. The winners of the 2025 ACJOAU Awards will be announced at the Pen and Plate Affairs award and handing over c...
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Canadian Educational Council Director Urges OAU Students to Prioritise Skills and Mindset

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Adebimpe Oluwatofunmi Obafemi Awolowo University recently hosted the Mindset Conference titled “The Blueprint: Mastering Academics, Hustles and The Future You”, held on Monday, June 30th, 2025, at the ICT Conference Hall. The event was organised by the Education Economics Students Association of Nigeria (EESAN), OAU chapter, with Dr. M.O. Ajibade also playing a key role in hosting the program. The conference featured keynote speeches from Dr. Adeniyi John, Country Director of the Canadian Educational Council, alongside panelists including Abayomi Awosika, Ganiyu Yusuf, and Llo Fathia. Dr. John began his speech by engaging the audience with questions about their mindset towards life, encouraging participants to reflect on their personal outlooks. He emphasized that having a clear mindset is crucial for students, noting that every academic journey should start with a statement of purpose. “Why am I in school? Why am I in the university? That is your driving force,” he said. H...
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Behind the Curtain: The Untold Psychological Toll on Actors After the Cameras Stop Rolling

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Edun Precious What happens when the camera stops rolling? Have we ever thought about the psychological repercussions a role has on its actors? This is the story behind the script, the mental, emotional, and physical crash actors experience after being so deeply immersed in a character. Walk with me as we unveil the untold experience of these characters and their mental hangovers. The psychology of man can't easily distinguish between real trauma and performed trauma once an actor is fully immersed in a role. Actors often spend up to a year in intense rehearsals for productions, which frequently makes it difficult for them to detach from their characters. Imagine looking into the mirror and seeing two sides to yourself: the real you, and the character you have lived as. They have lived a life filled with emotions that are not their own, sharing the character’s pain, trauma, joy, and tears. This is where the character ends and the actor begins. Viola Davis, acclaimed for ...
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“Stories Win Over Facts” – Aproko Doctor Urges Better Health Storytelling at OAU Summit

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Akinade Peter On May 31, 2025, the Ace Hall at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, was filled with excitement as students and health professionals gathered for the Health Storytellers Summit. The event, themed “The Content Cure: Storytelling as a Tool for Elevating Health Awareness for a Healthier Tomorrow,” brought together medical and non-medical participants to learn how storytelling can improve health education. The summit featured a strong lineup of panelists, including Dr. Racheal Babayomi (The Jovial Dentist), Dr. Abraham Akinbami (The African Dentist), Dr. Isaac Adeyemi, and Dr. Ifeoluwa Adetula. The keynote speaker was Dr. Chinonso Egemba, popularly known as Aproko Doctor, a medical doctor and health storyteller with 2.4 million followers on X (formerly Twitter). Aproko Doctor captivated the audience with his relatable and inspiring talk. He explained how he uses storytelling to make complex health topics easy to understand, especially in Nigeria where myths...
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OAU Law Students Camp Out to Raise Funds for Colleague’s Kidney Transplant

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Esther Olatunji Second-year Law students at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) recently held a camping awareness campaign to support their classmate, Mutmainah Oladosu, who is critically ill with chronic kidney disease. Mutmainah is receiving treatment at ABUAD Multi-System Hospital and urgently needs a kidney transplant. The total cost for the transplant and follow-up care is estimated at ₦40 million ($25,000 USD), an amount beyond what her family can afford. The students organized the campout to raise awareness and funds to help cover these medical expenses. The Class Governor expressed gratitude for the solidarity shown by the students and encouraged everyone to help spread the word and support Mutmainah. Two other students shared their feelings about Mutmainah’s condition. Ayorinde Gideon said, “Mutmainah is one of us. If not for her health, she’d be in Part Two. It’s heartbreaking to see her unable to continue her studies. We appeal to the student community to help in an...
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I Stand for Students’ Rights — OAU Faculty of Education Rep

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Adebimpe Oluwatofunmi Bello AbdulHameed Bolaji is a Part 4 student of Religious Studies and Education at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU). He currently serves as an honourable representing the Faculty of Education in the GreatIfe Student Representative Council (SRC). In a recent interview, he shared his thoughts on campus politics, student challenges, and his role as a student leader. When asked about the recent student ID card controversy on campus, Ridwan expressed full support for the student union’s protests. He explained that many students have been harassed outside the university because they lack proper identification. Even during CBT exams on campus, students are required to show ID, yet obtaining this ID is a stressful process. Students must print their course forms and get signatures from their heads of department, which Ridwan describes as “ stressful and uncalled for. Despite raising these concerns repeatedly with school management, no effective action was taken...
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