By Ogunsile Faith Oluwatosin The journey of a thousand miles, they say, starts with a step. Several new students have taken this first step of the tertiary education journey by gaining admission into the University of Ibadan, and with the physical resumption, new faces have had to walk through the school gates for the first... Continue Reading →
Image Credit: istockphoto.com By: Ochi, Maduabuchi Chidi stood at the car park near the school gate, taking in the hustle and bustle of it all. Finally he had made it here, to this prestigious school, as a student. The great UI. And he was to move in today, or at least try to. He had... Continue Reading →
Image Credit: Moot and Mock Society, UI By Babalola Opeyemi Caroline The Moot and Mock Society of the Faculty of Law, University of Ibadan emerged victorious in the Bola Ajibola National Advocacy Competition, held on Tuesday, May 7th, 2023, at Crescent University, Abeokuta. The competition took place from 4 pm to 7 pm on the... Continue Reading →
Image Credit: The innovation team, LSS By Isaiah Goodness On the evening of 28th of April, 2024, the Chapel Hall, UI glistered as it hosted the Law Dinner-themed, 'Bal de nuit: a regal Soiree' coordinated by the Law Students' Society (Innovation team) of the Faculty of Law, University of Ibadan. The Dinner and awards night... Continue Reading →
Image Credit: Innovation Team, LSS UI By Oluwademilade Ogunleye, Jesuloba Oluwasayo The Dean's cup final for the female team, Faculty of Law, University of Ibadan, took place today, Friday, the 26th of April at the SUB mini pitch, the University of Ibadan. This day would forever be etched in the minds of the 500-level female... Continue Reading →
Image Credit: UI SRC By Samuel Omofala, Babalola Opeyemi Caroline Yesterday, Wednesday, April 24th, 2024, the Students Representative Council of the University of Ibadan Students Union hosted the maiden edition of the Students Legislative Summit at the International Conference Center, University of Ibadan. The summit was themed "Roles of Quality Legislation in Nation Building." The... Continue Reading →
By Babalola Opeyemi Caroline The highly anticipated UI Student Union elections concluded today, resulting in Aweda Bolaji emerging as the President-elect with a total of 3173 votes. Following behind, Erinfolami secured 1952 votes, while Ugochukwu Chineke received 917 votes, and Olamide Oluwaseyi garnered 163 votes. The virtual election commenced at 8 am and concluded precisely... Continue Reading →
(with a lesson in how to read poetry.) Image Credit: INigeria.com By Oluwasayo Jesuloba 'For the time has come o poet!to descant your praise name’ Lament of the Masks. Christopher Ifekandu Okigbo’s death has been described by some as the single most important tragedy of the Nigerian Civil war. Why in all the tragedies of... Continue Reading →
Image Credit: TLPO By Oni Oluwabukola Benedicta On Monday, 18th of March, 2024 at precisely 10:10am, the commissioning ceremony of a newly constructed bus -stop was led by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kayode Adebowale of the University of Ibadan and commissioned by Architect and Mrs B. O. Samson of BOVAS and Company limited. The Bus-stop is... Continue Reading →
WHAT MAKES ONE D'RAW IN NIGERIA By Odo Christian Obinna Even in the crowd, D'Raw is not difficult to spot. You know why? Because D'Raw is tolotolo, turkey. Don't get me wrong, please. I don't mean to equate a whole D'Raw to that spicy, pepper and oil-soaked awufu turkey lap we all shove down our... Continue Reading →
Image Credit: The Law Press Organization By Oni Oluwabukola Benedicta The Law Press Organisation conducted its handover ceremony today, March 15, 2024. The Raymond-led administration, which began on April 21, 2023, concluded its term on March 15, 2024. The outgone executive members, known as the Big Five of the editorial board, are 500-level law students... Continue Reading →
Image Credit: UCJUI By: Oni Oluwabukola Benedict Still in the electoral season, the Union of Campus Journalist, University of Ibadan (UCJUI) on Monday, March 11th, 2024 informs all the campus journalists on the ban lift on electoral activities within the union. According to the news released by UCJUI, "This is to inform you that the... Continue Reading →
By Oluwademilade Ogunleye The Bi-sessional inter-faculty games commenced today, the 10th of March 2024, and the Faculty of Law male football team was not an exception as they kicked off their tournament with a game against the Faculty of Economics at the Old Stadium by 2pm. It was a bright start for the only legal... Continue Reading →
Image credit: Businessday NG By: Ochi, Maduabuchi Nnamdi Let's start with a bit of a story. Once I ran a business selling potato chips. I'd buy them at ₦1000 and resell at ₦1050. It was a bit difficult to get that extra ₦50 from my customers, so I negotiated a ₦50 decrease in my purchasing... Continue Reading →
By Precious Chelsea Aliu. Dear Diary, It's not so long ago I wrote to you. In case you're wondering how I'm doing now, you ought to know the answer to that already. I'm far from fine. Underneath the dictionary meaning of exhausted should be a mini portrait of me because it seems as though each... Continue Reading →
By Oluwademilade Ogunleye Still in the spirit of taking reactions from the just concluded Dean's Cup group stage tournament, the Law Press Organization met with the 200l and 500l coaches, gauging their opinions and reactions on how the Dean's Cup felt for them and their Team. For Mr. Amodu Monsuru Adeshola, the 200l class coach... Continue Reading →
By Oluwademilade Ogunleye It was a day to remember as the very much awaited and anticipated Inter Faculty draws held on Wednesday, 21st of February, 2024 and was greeted with mixed reactions from the sport savvy populace of the University of Ibadan. The competition, which is usually held every two sessions, actually came later than... Continue Reading →
The final Matchday of the group stage had a whole lot of things on the line, qualifications and bragging rights included. No single team could confirm Qualification before the round of final fixtures and the anticipation level was so high. Carthage FC needed a win against...
OLUWADEMILADE OGUNLEYE Everyday, I stare through space, reminiscing on how we first metHow I fell so much in love with you, thinking you're my best betYou came to me, showing me the prospects of the best lifeBut how do I cope, when it seems that everything was a lie. From an 8-year old girl, who... Continue Reading →
"Perhaps, Adil and Adina are meant to be and, Jayden is just a distraction. However, it may be, love is a beautiful thing and we all should experience it, at least once, before we touch death"
Picture Credit: JCI By Oni Oluwabukola Benedicta During the second General Assembly of Junior Chamber International (JCI), Nigeria, University of Ibadan which took place October 1, 2023 precisely on Sunday afternoon at the Faculty of Science lecture theatre, University of Ibadan, the intending JCI's got inducted into the chamber. The new JC's got into the... Continue Reading →
'Do you love me at all? 'Her voice was buttery and her scent lovely. It was difficult to concentrate with this kind of tenderness.'Of course. No one can love you more' she smiled. It was there he flashed his first mad smile. He had practiced it that morning, in front of his mirror, when he... Continue Reading →
The Nigerian film industry in recent times is on fire; no doubt. It has consistently churned out amazing contents and "naija on netflix" has won its way into the hearts of many. The year 2023 has particularly seen the release of great titles like Shanty Town, a Sunday Affair, Ijakumọ and more recently; the sensational... Continue Reading →
By Oludare Olufunmilola, Waleeyah Olalekan, and Odo Christian Nigerians have witnessed a barrage of subsidy withdrawal since the Renewed Hope team, led by His Excellency Ahmed Bola Tinubu, assumed office. The list of subsidies removed from nearly every aspect of their national lives, from the elimination of fuel subsidies to the loss of subsidies for... Continue Reading →
By Ogunsile Faith and Taiwo Oyinkansola. David Arinola, popularly known as Addo Original, was the immediate past Assistant General Secretary of the Students' Union who handed over to Adeniyi Olamilekan Mojuba. Throughout his tenure, he barely acknowledged his campaign promises as contained in his manifesto. A review of Addo Original's performance in relation to his... Continue Reading →
By Oni Oluwabukola Bendicta and Salamah Suberu The UI Team L-R: Mr. Mercy Olaoluwa Olatayo, Miss Annastesia Ginikachukwu Ononuju, Mr. Tomilayo Ebenezer Oyedeji and Israel Jacob Eze. The Moot and Mock Society, University of Ibadan emerged first runner-up in the Yusuf Olaolu Ali National Academy, Quiz and Moot Competition which spanned through the 4th to... Continue Reading →
by Olajide Oládòkun. From left, Mr Victor Etuowku, Professor Kayode Adebowale, and Mrs Chizoma Okoli. The Vice-Chancellor University of Ibadan, Professor Kayode Adebowale, on Tuesday 25th July 2023 commissioned the newly constructed Access Bank building, University of Ibadan branch.Professor Adebowale applauded the project and dedicated it to the glory of God and the use of... Continue Reading →
As part of our valedictory series for our Finalists, Ooreofe Oyeleye is brought under the spotlight in this riveting article. Ooreofe is a final year student of the Faculty of Law, University of Ibadan, an avid reader, an award winning writer, and a one-time Editor-in-chief of The Law Press Organization. In this interview with Opeyemi... Continue Reading →
By: Agboola Raymond The third day of the ongoing Dean’s Cup saw a rollercoaster showdown between the Carthage FC of 400 level and G.I Suprema FC of 500 level. The match which was slated to commence at 12:00 p.m. did not get underway until 12:43 p.m. due to a match which was being played by... Continue Reading →
By Odo Christian Obinna & Omitogun Modupe We are again in the season of the session where "best wishes" and "welcome back" broadcasts are common. Although political activity is still prohibited in the faculty, political movements and campaigns have been taking place in a loud, coded manner. As a result, if you don't want to... Continue Reading →
The presidential election came with its fair share of usual drama and tension as it had always been in the previous election cycle. Dino Melaye stepped into the shoes of Orubebe, and unfortunately, the 25th of February election recorded pockets of violence and voter intimidation, with Lagos being its hotspot. There were also notable Issues... Continue Reading →
In a statement released by Olowu Daniel, Sports Secretary of the Law Students’ Society, University of Ibadan, on Saturday, 11th March 2023, it was announced that the much anticipated Prof. Bamgbose marathon has been postponed. The annual marathon had been slated to hold on Saturday, 18th of March, 2023, by 7 a.m., but had to... Continue Reading →
By Odo Christian Obinna Photo credits: The Guardian Nigerians are divided along ethnic, cultural, religious, and political lines. We are a heterogeneous people, and although our diversity—real or imagined- unites us—the awareness of these distinctions inevitably surfaces when faced with national issues. But despite all of these distinct traits, we are bound together by the... Continue Reading →
A situation recently took place in Lagos. A teacher beat a child till his body had marks all over and his arm dislocated. The reason for the beating is that the boy failed to come early for his make up test. He did the first test, the teacher misplaced his test scripts and asked him... Continue Reading →
Dear Diary, Tis the season to be jolly! Christmas is here! I'm so excited. Asides the obvious fact that I'll be doing a lot of eating (You know we have a Christmas party every year), there's also a break from school. Somebody shout Gloray! The break allows me to not only flex and have enough... Continue Reading →
The UK General elections, which took place on Thursday, December 12, 2019 was historical in many respects. The Conservative Party won a big majority after sweeping aside the Labour Party (which is the party of liberals, or "the left") in its traditional heartlands. It won a majority of at least 78, its biggest general election... Continue Reading →
CRAZY RICH ASAINS I guess that by now most of us would have already watched the movie; Crazy Rich Asians, a movie that captured our hearts with its beautiful plot especially the wedding scene that inducted everyone that watched it into the God When association. However, that’s not what we are here to talk about... Continue Reading →
When on September 7th, 2019, the Ethics and Litigation Department released a WhatsApp long list containing the approved code of conduct for Law Students, it fulfilled a singular purpose of reminding the targeted audience that it was that time of the session when the newly appointed officers of the department would stop at nothing until... Continue Reading →
Indeed you read that headline right – “How to be friends with a pressman”. First of all, we would like to state that on the whole, most of you aren’t really that bad. In fact, a good number of you are decent folks at heart with a few minor quirks here and there. That being... Continue Reading →
FLAVOUR AND CHIDINMA UNVEIL ARTWORK AND TRACKLIST FOR ‘40YRS (EVERLASTING) EP’ Over the past few days, Instagramphotos of Chidinma and Flavour have become viral. Most people couldn’t exactly pinpoint the purpose. An album? Real engagement? PR stunt? Well, all questions get answered in due time and this is no exception. The 5-track EP is set... Continue Reading →
This piece is set to question the inalienability of fundamental human rights of citizens. In discussing the fundamental human rights, “inalienable” is arguably one of the frequent words, it has consistently been used to qualify fundamental rights by draftsmen, jurists, lawyers, judges, opinion writers and a host of others. For example, the Preamble to the... Continue Reading →
241 bag First Class as UI graduates 7,430 students No fewer than 241 graduates of Nigeria’s oldest citadel of learning, University of Ibadan (UI), have been awarded with First Class degree in the 2017/2018 academic session. Professor Abel Olayinka, UI’s Vice Chancellor disclosed that the Faculty of Science had the highest number of First... Continue Reading →
When the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor Abel Idowu Olayinkaannounced the lifting of the suspension on the Students’ Union which was banned after the May 27 protest of 2017, only a few people knew there was smoke behind the fire. It was said by some that the Vice-Chancellor had played his cards... Continue Reading →
As I sauntered into the mall, armed with my debit card (allowance just dropped yesterday), I looked up and noted a sign that read "Dear customer, due to the stamp duty policy imposed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), a fee of #50 will be charged on every POS transaction. Thank you for your... Continue Reading →
Ichthyosis vulgaris is a type of ichthyosis, a group of related skin conditions that interfere with the skin's ability to shed dead skin cells, causing extremely dry, thick skin. Extremely dry, scaly skin is known as xerosis. There are more than 20 different types of ichthyosis, but ichthyosis vulgaris is considered the most common... Continue Reading →
The season of public speaking is upon us. As a faculty, it is always the season of public speaking but for the university, not quite. Some names will cut through the air this season striking either fear in their opponent's heart or merry laughter at the inexplicable sense of victory that's guaranteed. Jabs will be... Continue Reading →
In February 2017, upon gaining admission into the prestigious university of Ibadan; first and the best, I was required like every other fresh student to conduct an X-ray scan. After much ado, eventually located my allotted health centre and, In a split second, my X-ray was completed. But, there was a problem. My X-ray result... Continue Reading →
In February 2017, upon gaining admission into the prestigious university of Ibadan; first and the best, I was required like every other fresh student to conduct an X-ray scan. After much ado, eventually located my allotted health centre and, In a split second, my X-ray was completed. But, there was a problem. My X-ray result... Continue Reading →
MISSING MISSILES, MISSING MINDS We were sitting around the dying fire. The same fire where we cooked the watery soup and meat bones. The soup long finished, but the bones of the bush meat still danced in and out of our mouths. Nobody spoke; each person, either too frightened to speak or lost in... Continue Reading →
The World Health Organization (WHO) could not have been wrong when it stated Female Genital Mutilation to include all procedures which involve partial or total removal of the external female genitalia and/or injury to the female genital organs, whether for cultural or any other non-therapeutic reasons. This practice has been rightly categorized as a blatant... Continue Reading →
When you talk relationship, what comes to mind? A lot of people have this misconception about relationship. They think that if the relationship is meant to be it will just work out, and as a result of this faulty belief, they go in with wild expectations that cannot be fulfilled. Relationship is not an avenue... Continue Reading →
Bohemian Rhapsody Queen, any music lover would know her royal majesty, the nobles of the rock world, who swept themusic scene like a storm, with Farrokh Bulsara, later to be changed to Freddie Mercury, leading the charge into creating a new sound and flavor of music the world has never heard or tasted before. This... Continue Reading →
`I always feel like second semester is shorter than first semester. There are usually so many events happening in second semester, and if I’m not careful, my entire semester will be spent going from one event to the other, forgetting that I have school work. There’s Jaw War, Law week, Hall week, Fellowship dinner, boo’s... Continue Reading →
“Small gestures can have a big impact. Create where it matters.” -Anonymous For some of us, it’s easier to stay in the bracket of law “students”, attend classes, write tests and exams, grumble about lecturers, join a society or two for good looking CV and graduate with a 2’1 or... Continue Reading →
The 2019 elections did not only come with apprehension, they came with a whole lot of drama as well. The political parties with savage punchlines, rumours of violence and imported guns, the duplication of voters cards and of course, the general recruitment of ballot box snatchers. The election came and went, not without its own... Continue Reading →
SOLANGE DIVORCES HUSBAND AFTER FIVE YEARS Grammy award-winning American singer and younger sister of Beyoncé, SolangeKnowles and her husband, Alan Ferguson are officially divorced after five years of marriage. The 33-year old singer announced the split on her social mediapage but did not provide any details concerning the cause of the divorce. Instead, she wrote... Continue Reading →
Saul Canelo Alvaraez bags WBO light heavy weight title Saul Canelo Alvarez viciously knocked out Sergey Kovalev to claim world championship in his fourth weight division on Saturday night in Las Vegas. A brutal straight right hand crumbled Kovalev to the floor, earning Canelo the WBO light heavy weight title. Kovalev's ramrod jab was a... Continue Reading →
HAPPY MOMENTS PRESERVED IN PICTURES Hello dear readers, how was your weekend? We believe you all had a wonderful weekend. Welcome to this week’s edition of voxpopuli: voxdei! The trending issue is whether false allegation of rape should carry the same punishment as rape. We have decided to sample opinions in order to document... Continue Reading →
Many people have bad breath. Sometimes, it is only for a short period while with some, it is persistent. It is estimated that up to 50% of people constantly have mouth odour. You can develop halitosis even if you brush and floss regularly. In fact, in most cases, bad breath is caused by the gums... Continue Reading →
IN COMMEMORATION OF THE INTERNATIONAL DAY TO END IMPUNITY OF CRIMES AGAINST JOURNALISTS "When Journalists are targeted, societies as a whole pay a price. Without the ability to protect journalists, our ability to remain informed and contribute to decision-making is severely hampered. Without Journalists able to do their jobs in safety, we face the prospect... Continue Reading →
SUN SETS FOR NEW DAWN AS OYIN PREPARES TO DEAL WITH IT Following the conclusion of the New Dawn administration led by Mr. Victor Olanipekun, the Hand-over ceremony to the Ideal team took place on the 23rd of August, 2019 jointly with a Career Advancement Programme for law students. The aim of the programme was... Continue Reading →
My tenure was quite eventful, and It was also eye-opening.- Onyaniose Obaitan The Moot and Mock society, University of Ibadan is one of the many societies in the faculty for gaining exposure, and trainings on practical aspects of law. Few weeks ago, the society had a change in leadership. Law Press Organization had an interview... Continue Reading →
KHAFI GETS 7.6 MILLION NAIRA CAR AFTER WINNING THE PROUDLY NIGERIAN CHALLENGE Recently a Nigerian company organized a challenge for housemates in the Big Brother house. The challenge which was divided into two phases saw the housemates give fiery speeches about why they are proud to be Nigerian. Although all the contestants gave quite moving... Continue Reading →
EXAMINING SECURITY VOTES; THE LAWFUL WAY INTO EXECUTIVE CORRUPTION Have you ever heard of security vote? Of course, it sounds like a critical choice to be made in order to ensure that the lives and properties of individuals in the society are properly protected. If thus, it is high time a security election was called... Continue Reading →
LEGACY OF LOVE: NICHOLAS SPARKS Nicholas Sparks once said, "Every great love starts with a great story". Looking at his impacting career spanning three decades, we have no choice but to agree. The 54-year old American romance author is the brain behind several classics, both books and films. Several of his novels have become international... Continue Reading →
Aladdin Disney has stamped its name as a leading company in the production of quality and enjoyable entertainment. Known as one of the biggest movie industry worldwide, with branches across the world. It’s rare to find a soul, who can truthfully say they don’t know the entity known as Disney let alone not having watched... Continue Reading →
WHAT IS IT WITH TERMS AND CONDITIONS? “[…] Otherwise, all claims arising out of or relating to these terms or the services will be litigated exclusively in the federal or state courts of Santa Clara County, California, USA, and you and Google consent to personal jurisdiction in those courts.” Almost every day people come across... Continue Reading →
BEYOND THE PERCEIVED IMMORALITY OF MASTURBATION; THE BENEFITS AND SIDE EFFECTS Masturbation is the act of self-stimulating the genitals in a sexual way to the point of reaching an orgasm. It is a very common behaviour among men and women and is a very normal part of growing up for children of both sexes. Masturbation... Continue Reading →
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