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Ifeoluwa Lambe Writers, artists, scholars, performers, and literature enthusiasts gathered at Ace Hall, Obafemi Awolowo University, on Saturday, June 20, for the third edition of the Association of Nigerian Authors, OAU Sub-Chapter (ANA-OAU) Books and Arts Festival, where participants explored Africanfuturism, storytelling, literature, film, and the future of African creative expression. The festival, themed “Africanfuturism and the Nigerian Creative,” featured artistic performances, literary conversations, film screenings, competitions, and exhibitions aimed at examining emerging directions in African cultural production. Among dignitaries present were Gbemisola Adeoti, Mr Awosemon Moriola, Professor Pastier, Alhaja Uzain, Miss Ipeolayo Olawo, and Dr Toyin Ogundeyin, Head of the Department of Dramatic Arts. Declaring the festival open, Professor Adeoti stressed the enduring relevance of the humanities despite increasing attention on science and technology. “We cannot do w...

Adebimpe Oluwatofunmi Experts, students, and public figures on Wednesday, June 10, gathered at the AUD II Lecture Theatre of Obafemi Awolowo University for a Religious Summit organised by the National Association for Students of Religious Studies (NASSORS), where speakers examined the role of religion in national development, politics, and social transformation. The summit, themed “Beyond the Pulpit: Religion, Society and Transformation in a Changing World,” featured lectures by Professor J.K. Ayantayo and Rt. Hon. Ropo Oyewole. The programme commenced with opening remarks by the Head of the Department of Religious Studies, Professor Abdul-Fatah Kola Makinde. The keynote speakers were subsequently introduced by the Master of Ceremonies, while their biographies were presented by the department’s Vice-President, Miss Winner. Delivering a lecture titled “Religion as a Tool for National Development,” J.K. Ayantayo described Religious Studies as the critical study of religion,...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...