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GREAT IFE STUDENTS' UNION DEMANDS ONE-MONTH ACADEMIC EXTENSION

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  The Awo Times ‎Campus News | February 5, 2026 GREAT IFE STUDENTS' UNION DEMANDS ONE-MONTH ACADEMIC EXTENSION By Azeezat Oladeji ‎ The Students’ Union of Obafemi Awolowo University called for a one-month extension of the academic calendar due to challenges affecting the smooth conduct of Computer-Based Tests (CBT).  These challenges have raised concerns about fairness, efficiency, and the overall quality of academic assessment within the university. ‎ ‎One major reason for this call is the absence of clear timelines and regulations governing CBT scheduling, which has led to confusion and uncertainty among students.  In addition, the existing ICT facilities are inadequate to comfortably accommodate the student population, resulting in overcrowding and increased pressure during examinations. ‎ The situation has been particularly difficult for newly admitted students, many of whom gained access to their registered courses on the university e-portal only shortly before exam...
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‎FIRST LADY COMMISSIONS CNG BUSES TRICYCLES AND DREAM CENTER AT OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY.

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 ‎THE AWO TIMES  Campus News | January 30, 2026 ‎ ‎FIRST LADY COMMISSIONS CNG BUSES TRICYCLES AND DREAM CENTER  AT OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY. ‎By Goodness Olope  Obafemi Awolowo University, on Thursday, 29 January, hosted Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, for the official commissioning of newly donated campus transport vehicles, fulfilling a promise she made during the university’s 48th convocation ceremony in December 2024. ‎Senator Oluremi Tinubu, an alumna of the university from the Faculty of Education, had pledged to support the institution with shuttle buses and tricycles to improve transportation within the campus. ‎ The donation comprises 50 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses, 20 solar-powered tricycles, and 10 CNG-powered tricycles, all aimed at enhancing mobility, safety, and sustainability on campus. ‎ ‎The commissioning ceremony took place at the Main Bowl of the university’s Sports Complex. Dignitaries in attendance included government ...
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‎OAU TO HOST FIRST LADY, SENATOR OLUREMI TINUBU ON OFFICIAL VISIT

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  Campus News | January 28, 2026 ‎ ‎OAU TO HOST FIRST LADY, SENATOR OLUREMI TINUBU ON OFFICIAL VISIT ‎By Prosperity Olajire ‎ Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife, has announced plans to host Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on an official visit to the university on Thursday, January 29, 2026. ‎ A notice issued by the Office of the Registrar and addressed to all staff stated that the visit will feature the official commissioning and handover of 50 buses and 10 tricycles donated by the First Lady to the institution. ‎ The programme will also include the commissioning and handover of the Senator Oluremi Tinubu Dream Centre, to be performed by the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi (Ojaja II). ‎ The university added that enhanced security arrangements and access control measures will be enforced across the campus for the duration of the visit. ‎ Staff and students were urged to cooperate with security personnel, comply with all official directives, and maintain ...
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OAU MATRICULATES OVER 10,000 NEWLY ADMITTED STUDENTS

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THE AWO TIMES ‎Campus News | January 16, 2026 ‎ OAU MATRICULATES OVER 10,000 NEWLY ADMITTED STUDENTS By Grace Olaniyi  Obafemi Awolowo University was filled with excitement and pride today as the institution officially matriculated over ten thousand fresh undergraduates in the matriculation ceremony.  The event marked the formal induction of fresh undergraduates into the academic and cultural life of Great Ife.  The matriculating students were inducted in batches according to their respective faculties. Batch A comprised students from the Faculty of Social Sciences, Administration, Arts, and Law. Batch B included students from the Faculty of Agriculture, Basic Medical Sciences, Clinical Sciences, Dentistry, Education, and Sciences. Batch C consisted of students from the Faculty of Technology, Computing Science and Engineering, Pharmacy, and Environmental Design and Management. Dressed in academic gowns, the Matriculating students took the oath of allegiance, pledging ...
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‎ELECTRICITY CRISIS DEEPENS IN NEW MARKET HOSTELS: AGNES, SHA-DEY-RIN, AND NICE CARE

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  ‎THE AWO TIMES ‎Campus News | January 16, 2026 ELECTRICITY CRISIS DEEPENS IN NEW MARKET HOSTELS: AGNES, SHA-DEY-RIN, AND NICE CARE ‎By Anjolaoluwa Adedeji ‎ Residents of the newly opened Agnes, Sha-dey-rin, and Nice Care hostels are currently weary of a persistent electricity crisis and have raised a formal petition to the Division of Student Affairs. ‎The Ge nesis of the Unrest:  ‎ The situation escalated during the late hours of Tuesday, January 13th, as students tired of the indifferent attitude of the hostel management, decided to take action. The primary catalyst for this movement was the students' inability to study for ongoing university tests. ‎ ‎Residents pointed out that despite being promised 24/7 power supply prior to payment, they currently receive barely four hours of electricity, which frequently cuts off at inconvenient hours.  Failed Solutions and Communication Gaps: The temporary solar energy solution provided by the hostel management has failed to ...
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‎COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA STUDIES DEPARTMENT HOLDS SEMINAR FOR FINAL-YEAR STUDENTS

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 THE AWO TIMES ‎Campus News | January 15, 2026 ‎ ‎COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA STUDIES DEPARTMENT HOLDS SEMINAR FOR FINAL-YEAR STUDENTS By Ajanaku Daniel ‎The department of Communication and media studies at Obafemi Awolowo University, on the 14th of January 2026, held a seminar for final-year Communication and Media Studies students. ‎Led by the Program's Coordinator, Dr. Adeola Oyeleke, the session was organized to help students better understand how to apply media theories to their final projects. ‎The speakers were lecturers from the department who emphasized the importance of adopting a systematic approach to research. ‎They explained that students should present their data clearly and make sure their findings actually link back to the theories discussed in their earlier chapters. This ensures the project stays organized and meets the required academic standards. ‎Another major point was the use of current resources. Students were encouraged to use literature from the last five yea...
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‎OAU DECLARES LECTURE FREE DAYS FOR FRESH STUDENTS

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  ‎THE AWO TIMES ‎Ca mpus News | January 13, 2026 OAU DECLARES LECTURE FREE DAYS FOR FRESH STUDENTS By Elizabeth Ogbodogbo Earlier today, Tuesday, 13 January 2026, the management of Obafemi Awolowo University held a meeting during which it declared a two-day lecture-free period for newly admitted students. ‎ The lecture-free period will take place on Wednesday, 14 January, and Thursday, 15 January 2026. ‎ According to the management, the decision is to enable all fresh students to complete their faculty and departmental registrations, as well as pay all compulsory fees, within their respective faculties. ‎ This, the university noted, is necessary to ensure their eligibility to participate in the matriculation ceremony scheduled for Thursday, 15 January 2026.
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