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Bosun Tijani Commissions NITDA Innovation Hub at OAU

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The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, on Monday commissioned the Renewed Hope NITDA Innovation Hub at Obafemi Awolowo University, as part of efforts by the Federal Government and the National Information Technology Development Agency to strengthen digital innovation, research, and technology development among students, researchers, and innovators in Nigeria. The facility, unveiled in partnership with NITDA, comprises ultra-modern digital laboratories designed to provide students, lecturers, researchers, and innovators with access to advanced technological tools and practical learning opportunities. Speaking during the commissioning, Dr. Tijani said the project was established to bridge the gap between theory and practical innovation while supporting Nigeria’s digital economy agenda. “The main goal in establishing these labs is to provide students, lecturers, researchers, and innovators with access to modern digital tools that can help...
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ACJOAU Hosts ICJC, Advocates Ethical and Youth-Driven Journalism for National Development

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Ifeoluwa Lambe The Association of Campus Journalists, Obafemi Awolowo University (ACJOAU), on Saturday, June 6, hosted the 2026 edition of the International Campus Journalism Conference (ICJC) at the ICT Conference Hall, Obafemi Awolowo University. The conference, themed “Active Voices: Youth Driven Journalism for National Cohesion and Progress,” brought together student journalists, media professionals, fact-checkers, communication experts, and campus media stakeholders for conversations centred on journalism, accountability, civic engagement, and the future of youth-driven media practice in Nigeria. The event recorded a strong turnout, with the conference hall nearly filled to capacity as participants and delegates from Obafemi Awolowo University, the University of Ibadan, the University of Ilorin, Olabisi Onabanjo University, and other institutions gathered for the programme. Although scheduled to commence at 10:00 a.m., the programme officially began around 11:15 a.m. w...
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OAU@65: Cultural Day Showcases Nigeria's Diversity, Heritage

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Benjamin Oluwakasayo Emmanuel Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, on Thursday celebrated Nigeria's rich cultural heritage as students, staff, and community groups showcased diverse traditions during the Cultural Day held as part of activities marking the institution's 65th anniversary. The event, held at the Motion Ground, featured cultural performances, indigenous food and art exhibitions, music, dance, and poetry presentations aimed at promoting unity in diversity and preserving Nigeria's cultural identity. Speaking at the event, the Vice-Chancellor commended members of staff, students, and participating departments for their contributions to the success of the programme. He reaffirmed the university's commitment to preserving the beauty of the campus through tree-planting initiatives and announced plans to make the Cultural Day an annual event. The celebration began with a colourful parade from the Cultural Centre to the venue, accompanied by tradi...
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OAU@65: TETFund Commits N2bn to Tinubu Centre of Excellence, Calls for Research-Driven Development

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Benjamin Oluwakasayo Emmanuel  The Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), Arc. Sonny Echono, has announced an initial N2 billion funding commitment towards the proposed N10 billion President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Centre of Excellence in Intercultural Dialogue and Youth Empowerment at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife. Echono made the announcement on Wednesday during the third day of activities marking OAU’s 65th anniversary celebration, held at Oduduwa Hall. The funding commitment, which received applause from participants, is expected to provide a foundation for the establishment of the Centre while reinforcing TETFund's partnership with the university in advancing research, innovation, and national development. Speaking on the lecture theme, "Driving National Development Through Research and Innovation," Echono said Nigeria's challenge is not a shortage of ideas but the inability to effectively implement them. According ...
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OAU Retains Fifth Position in Nigeria CWUR 2026 Rankings

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AbdulBasit Abdulkareem Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has retained its position as the fifth-best university in Nigeria in the 2026 edition of the Centre for World University Rankings (CWUR), while recording an improvement in its global standing. The latest CWUR rankings placed OAU 1,884th in the world with an overall score of 66.6, making it one of the top 8.9 per cent of universities globally. The university maintained its fifth-place position nationally behind the University of Ibadan (UI), University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), University of Lagos (UNILAG), and Ahmadu Bello University (ABU). The University of Ibadan remained Nigeria’s highest-ranked university in 2026, placing first in the country and 1,042nd globally. This represents an improvement from its 2025 ranking of 1,062nd. The University of Nigeria, Nsukka ranked second in Nigeria and 1,533rd globally, improving from 1,615th in 2025. The University of Lagos held third position nationally and ranked 1,683...
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Moniepoint Launches N3 Billion Innovation Hub Initiative at OAU

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Fintech company, Moniepoint , on Monday launched its Innovation Hub at Obafemi Awolowo University as part of a N3 billion investment aimed at strengthening technology talent development across Nigerian universities. The initiative was formally unveiled on Monday at Obafemi Awolowo University during a ceremony attended by vice chancellors of the three universities, industry stakeholders, student representatives, alumni, and members of Nigeria’s technology ecosystem. According to the company, the initiative will see Moniepoint establish innovation hubs across three federal universities over the next three years. The institutions selected for the project are Obafemi Awolowo University, University of Nigeria, Nsukka , and Ahmadu Bello University . Moniepoint said the universities were strategically selected to ensure that technology and innovation opportunities are spread across Nigeria’s major geographic regions instead of being concentrated in one city. The company expla...
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OAU Youngest Professor Appointed New JAMB Registrar

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The youngest professor at the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Segun Aina, has been appointed as the new Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The appointment was announced by the Presidency through the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. Professor Aina will succeed Is-haq Oloyede, whose tenure is expected to end on July 31, 2026. Professor Aina, aged 39, currently serves as a Professor of Computer Engineering at OAU. His appointment makes him the youngest registrar in the history of JAMB, adding to his recognition as one of Nigeria’s youngest professors of Computer Engineering. He obtained a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Computer Systems Engineering from the University of Kent, United Kingdom, before earning a Master’s degree in Internet Computing and Network Security as well as a PhD in Digital Signal Processing from Loughborough University, United Kingdom. Ain...
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OAU Alumna Donates Blind Sticks To Unilorin Special Needs Centre

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  An alumna of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Deborah Aderogba, has donated five blind sticks to the Centre for Students with Special Needs at the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) as part of efforts to support visually impaired students within the institution. Deborah, who is currently serving as a corps member in the Department of French at the University of Ilorin, made the donation on Friday, May 15, 2026. The items were officially received by the Vice-Chancellor of the university, Professor Wahab Egbewole, SAN, on behalf of the Centre for Students with Special Needs. Speaking during the presentation, Deborah stated that the donation was inspired by her desire to give back to the university community and contribute meaningfully to the welfare of students living with disabilities. She explained that the blind sticks would help visually impaired students navigate the campus environment more comfortably and ensure that mobility challenges do not hinder their participation in acad...
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CampusCrave: Nigerian Student Builds Country's First Cross-Campus Marketplace

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Sponsored by CampusCrave CampusCrave offers students across Nigeria a safe, permanent platform to buy, sell, promote businesses, and find career opportunities — all in one place. For too long, student commerce in Nigeria has depended on disappearing WhatsApp statuses and unverified peer-to-peer transactions. CampusCrave changes that. Founded by Bello Muhyideen, a Part 5 student at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, CampusCrave is Nigeria's first cross-campus e-commerce ecosystem, a verified, permanent marketplace where students can buy and sell products, run professional storefronts, access a jobs board, and connect with skilled service providers across campuses nationwide. Since its launch, the platform has grown to over 160 registered students, more than 200 listed products, and an active presence across eight institutions, including OAU, UI, FUTA, EKSU, UNILORIN, Polytechnic Ibadan, Polytechnic Ede, and more. Unlike informal social media channels where listings van...
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How New Transport System Is Affecting Student Entrepreneurs and Marketers in OAU

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Adetunji Sade The introduction of the new transport system in Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) was designed to make movement across the large campus more organised and convenient for students and staff. However, while the system has brought some structure to transportation, it has also created new challenges for student entrepreneurs and marketers whose daily income depends largely on easy movement around the campus. For many student business owners, transportation goes beyond attending lectures or moving from one point to another. It is directly linked to how smoothly their businesses operate and how much profit they are able to make daily. Olufayo Deborah, a student entrepreneur who trades in packaged food items and clothing materials, said the new transport system has affected her business operations. Deborah sells food condiments such as beans, locust beans, dried fish, and other edible items stored neatly in containers, alongside different types of clothes and material...
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