History’s Obaro Warriors Crush CLA, Secure Third Place in Dean’s Cup (4-2)

By: Oseghale Lawrence (Erudite) The Obaro Warriors of the History department capped off a remarkable run in the Dean’s Cup with a convincing 4-2 victory over CLA in the third-place playoff on Friday afternoon at the SUB field. This win marked a strong comeback for the Obaro Warriors who entered the match undefeated but were halted in their tracks by the Philosophy department in the … Continue reading History’s Obaro Warriors Crush CLA, Secure Third Place in Dean’s Cup (4-2)

Obaro Warriors Falls to Philosophy in Dean’s Cup Semi-Final

By: Oseghale Lawrence (Erudite) The Obaro Warriors of the History department suffered a disappointing 3-0 defeat against the Philosophy department in the Dean’s Cup semi-final on Wednesday afternoon at the SUB field. The defeat came, despite the Obaro’s effort in the first half of the game which gave them several chances of having the opportunity to stay ahead in the first half. However, the Philosophy … Continue reading Obaro Warriors Falls to Philosophy in Dean’s Cup Semi-Final

Adisa Hameed ‘Reezy’ Emerged as SHSN’UI President-Elect With 19 Votes Gap

Adisa Hameed, a 300-level student, has been elected President of the Students’ Historical Society of Nigeria, University of Ibadan Chapter. He secured this victory in a tight race against his opponent winning by a margin of 19 votes. The election, held earlier in the day, saw a total of 85 votes cast for the 7 contested executive positions. However, two positions, Treasurer and Public Relations … Continue reading Adisa Hameed ‘Reezy’ Emerged as SHSN’UI President-Elect With 19 Votes Gap

History Press Releases Press Night Result

By: Oyekola AbdulMuizz The Students’ Historical Society of Nigeria, University of Ibadan Press Organisation (SHSN UI Press) has released the outcome of its press night which was held on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. The details of the results are as follows: President Adisa Hammed, 62%; Odaligbo Joseph, 50.4% Vice President Raji Hassanat, 59% Okikiola Elijah, 51.3% General Secretary Ojelabi Tiwalolu, 47.5%; Financial Secretary Ogunlade Oluwafunmilayo, … Continue reading History Press Releases Press Night Result

SHSN’UI PRO Joshua Oludayo Resigns to Contest Faculty Elections

The Public Relations Officer of the Students’ Historical Society of Nigeria, University of Ibadan Chapter, Joshua Oludayo Oluwaseun has announced his resignation from the position. Oluwaseun’s resignation, effective immediately, follows a recent directive by the Faculty of Arts Students’ Independent Electoral Committee that mandates all candidates contesting for faculty-level offices to relinquish any current executive positions within the university. “I am writing to formally tender … Continue reading SHSN’UI PRO Joshua Oludayo Resigns to Contest Faculty Elections

1st Awóṣùsì Olúwábùkúnmi Essay Writing Competition: Call for Entries

By: Aduwo Ayodele The SHSN UI Press at the University of Ibadan is proud to announce the inaugural Awóṣùsì Olúwábùkúnmi Essay Writing Competition. This competition invites the entire members of the Students’ Historical Society of Nigeria, University of Ibadan Chapter, (excluding press members) to explore the crucial role of historical knowledge in contemporary Nigeria through the theme: “My People Perish Because They Lack the Knowledge … Continue reading 1st Awóṣùsì Olúwábùkúnmi Essay Writing Competition: Call for Entries

SHSN UI Press Member Shines at 2023 Sunday Oguntola Essay Competition

By: Judah Akinpelu Eunice Moyinoluwa, a 300-level student from the Department of History and a member of the SHSN’UI Press at Union of Campus Journalists, University of Ibadan, has achieved remarkable success, placing third in the prestigious 2023 Sunday Oguntola Essay Competition. The essay topic, titled “Is Pan-Africanism a Mirage or an Enduring Phenomenon,” stood out amongst numerous entries from fellow participants. The exciting announcement … Continue reading SHSN UI Press Member Shines at 2023 Sunday Oguntola Essay Competition

NORTH KOREA’S “PLAGIARISM” ESPIONAGE 102

During the “Weapons and Equipment Exhibition 2023” hosted by North Korea in Pyongyang on July 27, 2023, a new line of drones was unveiled. Notably, a copy of the U.S. RQ-4 Global Hawk and MQ-9 Reaper were showcased alongside the usual weaponry like Hwasong-17 and Hwasong-18 ICBMs. These were North Korea’s first “indigenous” long-endurance drones to make a public appearance. Described by North Korea’s state … Continue reading NORTH KOREA’S “PLAGIARISM” ESPIONAGE 102

SFA WINS SIGMA CUP IN CONTROVERSIAL FINAL

By: Adegbite Adewale  Soccer For All (SFA) fc defeated TomTom fc 4-2 on penalties after being held to a controversial 3-3 draw, in the nail biting final of the SIGMA cup, on Sunday 5th of February 2024, to round up an eventful competition. The final which was played at the SUB pitch had in attendance a large number of crowd, with supporters from each side … Continue reading SFA WINS SIGMA CUP IN CONTROVERSIAL FINAL

“My feet are tired!”: Eulogizing Rosa Parks’ Impact in the Black American Civil Rights Movement

By: Olatunji Pelumi Black History Month or otherwise known as African-American History Month, is an annual observance originating in the United States of America. It is celebrated in February in the United States and Canada, while in Ireland and the United Kingdom, it is observed in October. It is pertinent to state that, the precursor to Black History Month, was created in 1926 in the … Continue reading “My feet are tired!”: Eulogizing Rosa Parks’ Impact in the Black American Civil Rights Movement