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OAU at 65 Celebrating a Legacy of Excellence The celebration of Obafemi Awolowo University's 65th anniversary is a remarkable milestone in the history of one of Nigeria's most prestigious institutions. Established in 1961 as the University of Ife and later renamed after Chief Obafemi Awolowo, the university has remained a symbol of academic excellence, innovation, and leadership. For sixty-five years, OAU has contributed immensely to the development of Nigeria and Africa through quality education, research, and community service. The anniversary provides an opportunity to reflect on the achievements of the institution over the decades. OAU has produced distinguished graduates who have excelled in various fields, including politics, diplomacy, law, medicine, engineering, business, and academia. The university's commitment to nurturing intellectual growth and critical thinking has earned it a reputation as one of the leading centers of learning on the cont...

Five high school friends receive a death warning from a mysterious wish-granting app as they struggle to escape the fates, they uncover chilling truths connecting the app to the sudden death of a classmate. The show blends teen drama, horror and occult made judging heavily from Korean Shamanism traditions. It takes a familiar premise and makes it fresh with its infusion of Shamanism and exploration of the cursed app concept has been explored before but what keeps it engaging is the interplay between desire and consequence, wrapped in a suspense driven narrative. No one feels completely innocent or completely guilty, giving one has their own struggles and secrets which make the story feel more realistic and unsettling. Instead of a show of revelations the story opts for a full info dump which doesn't match the tone established earlier. The ending feels rushed, leaving several threads dangling and raising more questions than it answers with some lighter edits to the story and maybe a...

By Olugunwa Funke At the very root of daily frustration is a  transportation system which is simply unacceptable. Students are forced to wake up at grueling hours, only to spend valuable, productive time stranded at bus stops or crammed into the bus . The sheer physical and mental drain of simply trying to get to school is exhausting. By the time a student finally steps onto campus, their energy is depleted, and their peace of mind is shattered, all before a single lecture has even begun. This systemic failure does not just steal time; it actively robs students of their dignity.      Beyond the classroom, the hyper-inflation of everyday essentials has triggered a quiet, desperate economic emergency. The cost of cooking gas, basic food items, and learning materials has surged beyond comprehension. While students deeply understand and appreciate that their parents are pushing themselves to their absolute limits to send money, the harsh truth is ...

International Campus Journalism Conference (ICJC 2026): Panelists advised young journalists  to uphold fore values  By Atson Dorcas and Kareem Aliyah The International Campus Journalism Conference 2026 was held on 6 June 2026 at the ICT Conference Hall and was organized by the Association of Campus Journalists (ACJ), Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU). The theme of the conference was "Active Voices: Youth-Driven Journalism for National Cohesion and Progress." The conference brought together media professionals, investigative journalists , campus journalists and students from various institution. Among those present were campus journalists from the University of Ibadan (UI), Osun State University (UNIOSUN), University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), and Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), as well as representatives of Lagos Voice and students from other press related bodies on campus. The event commenced with an opening prayer, after which participants joine...

ENTERTAINMENT NEWS         Global and local entertainment news experienced a dynamic mix of major cultural festivals, high-profile celebrity controversies, and shifts across television and digital platforms. Burna Boy & Shakira Team Up for World Cup AnthemBurna Boy has joined global pop icon Shakira for "Dai Dai," the official anthem of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Following his performance at Qatar 2022, this major track cements the "African Giant" as a premier global ambassador for Afrobeats. Asake Announces "In God We Trust" World TourYBNL superstar Asake has revealed dates for his massive "In God We Trust" world tour, launching in July 2026. Spanning North America, Europe, and Africa, this highly anticipated run highlights how firmly Afrobeats has integrated into the global mainstream. Regina Daniels Rules Out Future MarriageNollywood star Regina Daniels sparked intense online debate after declaring she will never marry again. Spe...

ABDISALAM ABDI ALI Abdisalam Abdi Ali is a Somali politician and diplomat who currently serves as the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Somalia. He was appointed to the position in May, 2025. He studied Healthcare Administration with a minor Business Management and Administration at the University of Toledo. He also completed an executive education program in Global Business and Politics at the Yale School of Management. He is a member of the 11th Federal Parliament of Somalia, he served on the Parliamentary Committee for Agriculture, Livestock, and Fisheries. He is the Deputy Prime Minister of Somalia, Minister of Public Works, Reconstruction and Housing. He has been focusing on strengthening Somalia's diplomatic relations, expanding cooperation with African and international partners, supporting regional peace and security initiatives and enhancing Somalia's position in international organizations. He represented Somalia at African Union...