LSS Hosts Atiku Abubakar, To Host More Dignitaries Tomorrow

Sequel to today's visit by His Excellency, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, the former Vice President of Nigeria, the LSS is set to host other dignitaries in celebration of their annual Law week.

The passage of the National Biosafety Agency Bill into law in 2005 by the Goodluck Jonathan administration had paved another way for diversification in the legal field. The Biosafety law Act is a domestication of the cartagena protocol (2003) which Nigeria is a signatory.The Biosafety Act has been fashioned to provide the legal framework to check the activities of modern biotechnology in the Nigeria, as well as the importation of genetically modified (GM) crops in Nigeria, including the provision of an avenue to engage Nigerian scientists/experts from different fields to identify and pursue solutions to  local challenges.

Globally, it has long been recognised that bioterrorism and accidental or uncontrolled release of harmful chemicals or genetically modified organisms into the environment are critical issues. Consequently, Nigeria has also deemed it appropriate to finally put in place regulatory framework.

On this note, the Law Students Society is inviting the general public to her; "NATIONAL BIOSAFETY LAW ROUNDTABLE"

The event is scheduled to hold at the New Mock and Moot Court of the Faculty of Law tomorrow, Tuesday, 7th March 2017.

Some of the guest speakers are;
Dr RUFUS EBEGBA (Director General of the National Biotechnology Development Agency (NABDA) ABUJA,

Barr. Gbemi  Popoola(Legal Adviser to NABDA)

Professor Ademola Popoola (Dean Faculty of Law OAU)

Prof. B.O Solomon (Faculty of Technology)





Supported by
Commonwealth Law Students Association

OAU: Admitted Students Can Now Check Status On OAU Portal

The newly admitted students of the Obafemi Awolowo University can now check their admission status on the University's eportal.

Click  here to check

ACJ OAU New Leaders Sworn In

The Newly elected leadership of the Association of Campus Journalists, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife officially received the mantle in the evening of Saturday, 4th March 2017 at the Pit Theatre.
The outgone Chairman Guild of Editors, Adeyeye Ifeoluwa, in his charge encouraged the new executives to remain United at all times as challenges would come.
The immediate past President in his handing over speech also appreciated the Association and her members for the support given him throughout the tenure and he further challenged the incoming administration to do more.
Find below his handing over speech.
The Electoral Commission led by Mr Lukmon Fasasi then administered the oath of office to the new executives and the new President, Mr Okeowo Olasunkanmi then gave his address, claiming that the occasion for him was a fulfilled dream and he was going to do what he could to elevate the Association in his tenure.

"Handing Over Speech of Olanrewaju Oyedeji Larrysam (Former  ACJOAU President 2015/16 session)

There is a time to everything , a time to start and a time to end , a time to be sworn-in and a time to handover .

I started as the chairman Guild of Editors and have handed as the President of ACJOAU, it has been the toughest 1year of my career and it has been that with lots of lessons , it has come with successes and disappointments but above all it has come with lessons meant for a lifetime.


It is with sincere Joy that I write this having spent the last few months as the President of Association of Campus Journalists,OAU. No doubt, when we came in, alot of expectations were awaiting and we had to build  on the already laid down foundation by Mr Benjamin Adebayo led administration.
In the last few months, we have faced several challenges, sometimes we almost give up but we have surmounted them all with your support and our collectivism as one big family.

Since we came in till now we have had some successes,some of which I would list below
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👉� We spearheaded a Social Media Campaign called #ReopenOAU, to demand for the reopening of Obafemi Awolowo University, the campaign went as far as drawing attentions of personalities from out of the country and is the biggest successful social media protest in Nigerian Universities

👉�We were also able to renovate the Association Secretariat upon coming in

👉�We have been able to ensure more participation of the Association at the National level in Campus Journalism and also have been able to forge unity with top institutions in Nigeria.

👉�We were able to Launch the 1st correspondents' chapel on any Nigerian Campus (ACJOAU Correspondents Chapel)

👉�We were also able to float an E-Library for easy access of books

👉�We also were able to hold the Great Ife Students Summit which saw in Presence Mr Edmond Obilo

👉�We were able to hold an induction ceremony as stipulated by the Constitution

👉�We were able rebrand the Association with more social media presence on Facebook,Twitter ,Instagram and even WhatsApp

👉�We were able to give the Students Union Elections the biggest coverage any Union Election can get with massive social media presence

👉�We were able to organize the biggest ever and most coordinated Debate in the OAU Students Union Elections

👉�We were able to build a relationship with Nigerian Union of Journalists and Nigerian Guild of Editor's

👉�We were able to host the International Campus Journalism Conference that had a massive success of persons from wide and near with a success of over 8schools physically Present


👉�We were able to train over 20 Journalists to become Certified in Conflict Reporting and Public Relations,hereby becoming the first varsity to have her members trained in the act .

👉�We were able to ensure a brand new Amended Constitution before leaving the Association.


We have more successes to paint but the biggest success is leaving a mark in your mind.

I must say that whatever success we have achieved during the just concluded tenure was due to your support and believe in the Administration, we did not achieve anything alone but achieved little that we did due to the unity of purpose of all News Agencies and Journalists on Campus.

Let me state that the Association is bigger than a single man and the Association survives on our oneness and unity by the pen, we had shortcomings but we hope the new tenure will learn from our own mistakes and won't make same mistakes we made.

Let me charge all News Agencies to keep supporting the Association, as the ACJOAU isn't the Secretariat but rather people that make it up , I also admonish all members to continue to offer support to the New Executives.
I look forward to an ACJOAU where we would continue on the National Pedestal, an ACJOAU that would rule the world in Journalism , an ACJOAU that would surmount all Challenges, an ACJOAU that would be known the More for integrity and progress.
My charge to the New President is that he must make ACJOAU the hallmark of integrity it is known for, the Association must not be taken over by politicians, we must continue to retain our values.

I want to sincerely thank all Institutions around Nigeria that I enjoyed their support and advice, I cannot thank you enough for always been there, from University of Ibadan,UCJ,  LAUTECH, UNILAG, UNILORIN and all Institutions that supported my tenure .

I have lots to write but sometimes words may not be fully written but rather they will be written in hearts of men.

My special thanks to my Executive council , I must appreciate my team, we had our fair share of challenges but we remained strong, thank you family from Akinremi Rebecca, to Adebayo Faith to Adeyeye Ifeoluwa, Fadipe Olamide,Areo Fikayo, Kayode Emmanuel, Abegunde Cephas, Okeowo Olasunkanmi and Mr Abubakar Seun. I will continue to remember you all day and all time long.

My special thanks to Lukmon Fasasi led Electoral commission for holding an Election despite the issues that almost hindered it , posterity will never forget the issues and the players of them.

My special thanks to Sodiq Oyeleke , I much appreciate you boss.
My special thanks to the ICJC Local Organizing committee led by Ojelabi Jesujoba, thank you!

Adejumo Kabir is one young man I would not forget in a hurry, I much appreciate your support , much love bro.
I also appreciate the ACJOAU Press team members, you cant ask for more committed press team members, I would continue to appreciate the big family, they have been wonderful.

The New Executives must not allow disunity to colorate the Association, we must continue to uphold sanctity of the Constitution and must not use the pen for purposes other hand developmental for the Association.

To all my critics,thank you, you made me better, even though sometimes I have been at the centre of wrong accusations ,they are sacrifices I have paid during my tenure, I however believe there is a place for reward for all our acts either good or bad and nemesis will definitely catch up.

I am handing over today and will say that , we have not been perfect but rather we have strived, i would correct some mistakes if hands of clock Can be drawn back but I leave the continuation of ACJOAU to the new Exco.


God bless ACJOAU
God bless OAU

Olanrewaju Oyedeji (Larrysam)
Former President,ACJOAU(2015/16 Session)"

ACJ Hosts Fisayo Soyombo, Others At ICJC 2017

The Association of Campus Journalists, Obafemi Awolowo University, held her annual International Campus Journalism Conference on Saturday, 4th March 2016.

The event had in attendance, several schools several other students from other schools and other distinguished personalities. Delivering his Keynote address on the theme of the event, the award winning journalist, Mr Fisayo Soyombo, enlightened the audience on the latest developments in the world of journalism and why journalists needed to keep up as they would always be needed in the society.

Mr Dapo Oladipo, publisher of the Eagle Online, whilst commenting on the topic, also encouraged the students to be careful with the things they did with the social media, stating that there were a number of opportunities untapped by young journalists from the new media. He also spoke on the need to get facts right before any publication as news stories often went a long way.

The programme also featured a presentation from Mr Ogunjobi, a representative of the African Students for Liberty and he spoke on the need for Students to engage in volunteerism.

OAU Peeps News Agency Bags Best News Agency Award At ACJ Awards Night

OAU Peeps News Agency bagged on Saturday 4th March, the Best News Agency at the Dinner and Awards Night of the Association of Campus Journalists.

This was after some of her members had also clinched some awards in some other categories.

The management of the OAU Peeps News Agency hereby uses this medium to appreciate everyone who nominated and voted the agency.

Here is a list of some of the other winners:
Best Agency in Sport Comments-
Campusvilla News Agency
Best Article Writer- Ojelabi Jesujoba
Best Editor-In-Chief- Sobowale Ifeoluwa
Best Graduating Student Journalist- Fasasi Lukmon
Outstanding Newcomer's Award- Adejumo Kabir

UTME 2017: JAMB Twitter Live Chat - Answers To Prospective Candidates Questions

Compiled by School Parrot

In a bid to attend to candidates questions and inquiries the Joint Admission Matriculation Board (JAMB) through her official twitter handle has decided to go on live to have their questions concerning the 2017 UTME clarified by the body (JAMB). The live chat was on Friday on Twitter for over two hours; via @JAMBHQ, 10am - 12Noon.

So if you missed it, don’t worry. We’ve taken out time to compile the questions and answers for your digestion.

LIVE TWITTER UPDATES

1. Question asked: since exam wil be computer based what if someone who doesn't have D knowledge of computer, how can D person cope wit computer based

JAMB's response: You will only need the Mouse and Keyboard . Arrow keys, A,B,C,D Keys . Thats all you need to write our exam

2. Question asked: can i use my last year jamb apply for dis year

JAMB's response: No you can't

3. Question asked: How can someone Register as an accredited registration centre?

JAMB's response: Visit any of our state offices. OR see the guidelines on (link: http://www.jamb.gov.ng) jamb.gov.ng

4. Question asked: i find out that some cybercafes started selling jamb to candidate at the price of #15000

JAMB's response: Please supply us with the name of the cyber cafe. We will appreciate this. you can request for a follow back to DM

5. Question asked: Can I change my profile's password?

JAMB's response: Yes you can

6. Question asked: hw will dis year registration be like???

JAMB's response: The exam will be Computer Based. CBT

7. Question asked: when is the mock commencing and the real exam commencing.. Thanks

JAMB's response: There is no official date to that. If a date comes up, we will announce on this handle

8. Question asked: Can I get UTME past questions at the JAMB office?

JAMB's response: You can visit any of our offices for past questions

12. Question asked: what if the awaiting result comes out before admission proceeds, would the candidate still gain admission. For awaiting results?

JAMB's response: Then, you will be required to upload your result to our portal and then proceed for your screening

14. Question asked: how do you intend to fix the problem of numerous amount of candidates seeking admission into the tertiary institution??????

JAMB's response: That is left for us to fix

15: Question asked: when will jamb for be ready and the exam be concluded because some schools need the result of jamb before march 31. E.g is the NDA

JAMB's response: All institutions are aware of JAMB exam date, so they will not put any candidate in a disadvantaged position.

16. Question asked: Good day please I needed to know if candidate with awaiting result can reg for jamb 2017.

JAMB's response: Yes please. JAMB has not cancelled Awaiting Result. Please read our tweets on this page for more clarification

17. Question asked: with this new policy, does it means I can choose more than one polytechnic?

JAMB's response: Yes that is what it means.

18. Question asked: WILL CYBER BE ALLOW TO REGISTER THE JAMB?

JAMB's response: cyber cafes will not be allowed to register candidates on behalf on JAMB

19. Question asked: I want ask questions about (1) 2017 JAMB fee (2)When will the form be release for sale.

JAMB's response: There is no official statement on the price of the fee for this year's registration. We will announce it when we have the info

21. Question asked: is it true there's not going to be Jamb next year

JAMB's response: Please do not spread rumours. The exam has been scheduled to hold in May 2017

22. Question asked: is it true one must take five subjects??

JAMB's response: Five subject where? JAMB or SSCE?

23. Question asked: if i may ask, are we not allowed to choose state uni... as first choice?

JAMB's response: Yes you can choose a state Uni as your first choice

24. Question asked: can't you delay admission processes till both WAEC and NECO release their results?

JAMB's response: JAMB does not have the powers to do that 25. Question asked: Why is it that top media platforms like Vanguard, Premium Times carried the news of cancel of awaitn results?

JAMB's response: If you read the press release, it was so explicit.

26. Question asked: Good morning JAMB. Please what are the things we will use during registration?

JAMB's response: We will release guidelines when the registration starts here and on our website.

27. Question asked: please can I use my email address to create my profile

JAMB's response: Yes you can

28. Question asked: when it's the registration commencing

JAMB's response: Please registration has not commenced. When we start, we will announce here

29. Question asked: History and international studies can I use English, crk govt and econs during registration as my subject combination?

JAMB's response: Please consult the JAMB Brochure to get the right subject combination for your course

30. Question asked: Since you said there will be no Offline. Are sure there would no network failure during the registration like last five years?

JAMB's response: Trust that we have everything sorted. We are READY

31. Question asked: I heard something about a separate exam center for the physically challenged. Shed some light on this what counts as disabled to you

JAMB's response: Disabled in any form. Blind, etc 32. Question asked: what about the issue of preference of candidates for admission?

JAMB's response: JAMB doesn't offer admission. The schools do

33. Question asked: Were can we get the form?

JAMB's response: We shall communicate that to you soon 34. Question asked: Is it possible to ignore private university among my choice?

JAMB's response: Yes!! you do not have to choose a private University as your choice

35. Question asked: i read premium time news paper last 2 days, said its not allow candidate should register from cyber cafe how did i register from?

JAMB's response: You will be able to register at our accredited centres

36. Question asked: Can I open my profile on the official website now?

JAMB's response: Yes you can

37: Question asked: For how many weeks will #utme2017 registration last?

JAMB's response: JAMB We will get that info to you soon

38. Question asked: is that means cyber will not involve in terms for registration?

JAMB's response: Yes please

39: Question asked: Please Jamb should let all the UTME candidates know those courses that are not accredited in all the institutions to avoid problems

JAMB's response: During the registration, you will see all accredited courses for each Institution

40. Question asked: can someone withdraw poly admission from the jamb portal, I don't know if i have been admitted in my university of choice

JAMB's response: Please log into your profile and check your admission status

41. Question asked: where is the accredited centres located?

JAMB's response: Last year we have over 500 centres in Nigeria alone. This year we will be having more centres

42. Question asked: Those exam centres with bad computer systems, poor electricity supply, how are the students complain handled, if such happen again?t

JAMB's response: Such centres will never be used by JAMB again. Do not fret

43. Question asked: as if you write the exam what about the result in 24hrs?

JAMB's response: Results are normally released within 24 hours. That has not changed

44. Question asked: please explain what the profile we are to create is about

JAMB's response: We want you to create a personal profile. So that you can visit the site and see all your dealings with JAMB

45. Question asked: will you be allowed to choose 2 varsity also

JAMB's response: Yes. I Public and 1 Private. You can not take 2 Public Institutions

46. Question asked: pls help relesae procedure for pre- registration and will it cost us money?

JAMB's response: Registration procedure will soon be released and also the cost

47. Question asked: Not all the regularisation students' form are treated, any reason for that pls?

JAMB's response: We treat all regularization cases. We either approve or disapprove. We give reasons

48. Question asked: can I choose 2 public universities

JAMB's response: No u can't. Its for your good. Why apply to 2 public Universities that the 2nd one wont even consider your application?

49. Question asked: So many blogs out there have misinterpreted ur Press briefing about d awaiting result of a thing. How do u hope to correct this?

JAMB's response: We have corrected this on our Twitter handle. The full content of the Press release doesn't say AR is scrapped.

50. Question asked: creating an account ?? is it before or during registration period??

JAMB's response: You can create you account now before the registration commences

51. Question asked: where are we go for registration since no cyber cafes?

JAMB's response: JAMB Accredited CBT Centres. That list will be published soon. That has not changed.

52. Question asked: can awaiting be used as it was before? and why should it be uploaded when reg commences

JAMB's response: Yes please

53. Question asked: Can I open my profile on the official website now?

JAMB's response: Please create a profile on our portal

54. Question asked: Those that have existing account without a unique code, what are they supposed to do again? Create another one?

JAMB's response: You can use same account to register. Just ensure that your details are correct before you use it

55. Question asked: please can I choose NDA as a choice in Jamb?

JAMB's response: Yes you can

56. Question asked: Not all the regularisation students' form are treated, any reason for that pls?

JAMB's response: We treat all regularization cases. We either approve or disapprove. We give reasons

57. Question asked: Do all accredited Jamb centres across have installed CCTV Cameras in curbing exam malpractice.

JAMB's response: Yes!!! All JAMB Centres have CCTV Installed and its being monitored.

58. Question asked: what measures have u taken to address the problem that reduced candidates scores or performance last year?

JAMB's response: We are well prepared. Take that from us

59. Question asked: hw ma y universities can we choose??

JAMB's response: U do not have to choose any University.There are Poly, NCE or IEI.If u av to choose Uni, it can only be 1 Public and 1 Private

60. Question asked: will private universities reduce their school fees since jamb is forcing candidate to put them as second choice

JAMB's response: JAMB is not forcing candidates to go to private institutions. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO CHOOSE A PRIVATE UNIVERSITY in your choices

61. Question asked: if the sales of form starts now,when will it end How many weeks duration?#UTME2017

JAMB's response: When registration commences, we will let you know the duration

62. Question asked: Is first and second choice institution still available for degree?

JAMB's response: 1st and 2nd Choices don't necessarily have to be Universities. It can be NCE or Polytechnic

63.Question asked: hw ma y universities can we choose??

JAMB's response: U do not have to choose any University.There are Poly, NCE or IEI.If u av to choose Uni, it can only be 1 Public and 1 Private

64. Question asked: how can I get the e-brochure

JAMB's response: You will get this once registration begins. Upon purchase of the form

65. Question asked: My question is that can I choose engineering course in funaab

JAMB's response: Please visit the brochure to see if the school offers Engineering

66. Question asked: Is it necessary for Jamb allow applicants to choose their first and second choices for public universities....

JAMB's response: No please

67. Question asked: I've already created an account with you, will it still work out, or must I create another?

I've already created an account with you, will it still work out, or must I create another?

JAMB's response: That is all you need to do. Wait for registration to begin

68. Question asked: For how many weeks will #utme2017 registration last?

JAMB's response: We will give out that info when we start 69. Question asked: will updated list of accredited cafes be released before reg. commences? so many cafes are claiming to be accredited.

JAMB's response: We will release an official list of accredited centres in all the 36 states and FCT here and on our website. 70. Question asked: if the sales of form starts now,when will it end How many weeks duration

JAMB's response: When registration commences, we will let you know the duration

71. Question asked: Some accredited centres are too far from the students reach, what are you doing to cub this. Some travel miles b4 they can register

JAMB's response: Our accredited centres have increased, and we have enough for all the states

72. Question asked: Are we buying the form #2500 as said by the senate or the usual price?

JAMB's response: We will inform you on that before registration commences.

73. Question asked: can we choose state university as second choice.

JAMB's response: Yes you can

74. Question asked: with this new policy, does it means I can choose more than one polytechnic?

JAMB's response: Yes that is what it means.

75. Question asked: where then will registrations be carried out?

JAMB's response: at JAMB Accredited CBT centres. Not cyber cafes

76. Question asked: Those Of Us That Have Created The E- profile, How Are We Going To GET the Unique Code Or We're To Create New Profile?

JAMB's response: If you have created your profiles, you do not need the code any more

77. Question asked: the portal is showing a single admission status whereas one might be admitted in different schools why???

JAMB's response: There is no way you can be admitted to 2 different schools. Either Degree, ND, NCE or IEI

78. Question asked: has the syallabus change or it stills remain the same

JAMB's response: You will get your syllabus when the registration commences

79. Question asked:I created my profile last year, do I need to create another one?
JAMB's response: No, you don't need to create another account

80. Question asked:Is it a must that we choose a private university as a compulsory option when filling our form during registration?.
JAMB's response:You do not have to choose a private uni as ur choice. There are 4 choices. 1 Degree, 1 NCE, 1 ND and 1 NCE

81. Question asked: but what is the eXact day for selling form?

JAMB's response: JAMB has a press release on the date of exam and it is still coming up in May 2017

82. Question asked: Good Morning pls i want to understand the issue of Awaiting results

JAMB's response: Awaiting Result candidates can apply for the exam,but they must have gotten their results ready at d point of admission in d skl

83. Question asked: when will the jamb form be out?

JAMB's response: The registration will commence this March. We will announce the period and date on this handle

Be wise!! Do Not Relax, Use This Time To Prepare Adequately

School Fees Schedule For the 2016/2017 Session (Fresh Students & Returning UG)

The schedule of the school fees for the 2016/2017 academic session for both fresh and returning undergraduates of Obafemi Awolowo University is out.

The schedule of the charges for the session is as detailed below:

A. 2016/2017 MISCELLANEOUS/DEPARTMENTAL CHARGES FOR FRESH UNDERGRADUATE, DIPLOMA AND DIRECT ENTRY STUDENTS

FACULTY/PROGRAMMES - CHARGES PER SESSION

LAW/ARTS/SOCIAL SCIENCES/ADMIN/EDU.ARTS – N43,700 Per Session
SCIENCE/EDM/EDUC. SCIENCE/TECH/AGRIC – N54,700 Per Session
BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCE, CLINICAL SCIENCE, DENTISTRY/PHARMACY – N57,700 Per Session

and a Development Levy of Eighteen thousand naira (N18,000.00), which is paid once and for all by Fresh Students throughout the duration of their studentship in the University.

a. (Diploma in Local Government Studies Tuition) – 63,300.00 TISHIP (Tertiary Institutions Students Health Insurance Prog.) – 1,600.00
TOTAL – N64,900.00
b. Accommodation: (Freshmen will be provided accommodation on first come first served basis) – N3,090.00

B. 2016/2017 MISCELLANEOUS/DEPARTMENTAL CHARGES FOR RETURNING UNDERGRADUATE AND DIPLOMA STUDENTS

FACULTY/PROGRAMME - CHARGES PER SESSION

LAW/ARTS/SOCIAL SCIENCES/ADMIN/EDU.ARTS – N19,700 Per Session
LAW/ARTS/SOCIAL SCIENCES/ADMIN/EDU.ARTS (Extra Semester Rain/Harmattan) – N19,700
SCIENCE/EDM/EDUC. SCIENCE/TECH/AGRIC – N30,700 Per Session
SCIENCE/EDM/EDUC. SCIENCE/TECH/AGRIC (Extra Semester Rain/Harmattan) – N30,700
BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCE, CLINICAL SCIENCE, DENTISTRY/PHARMACY – N33,700 Per Session
BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCE, CLINICAL SCIENCE, DENTISTRY/PHARMACY (Extra Semester Rain/Harmattan) – N33,700

LATE REGISTRATION FOR COURSES – N2,000.00

ACCOMODATION (RETURNING STUDENT) – N2,590.00

i. Faculty of Administration, (Diploma in Local Returning Students Government Studies) – N55, 300.00
ii. Faculty of Administration, (Diploma in Local Extra Semester Government Studies) – N54, 050.00

Returning Students are required to pay the appropriate charges as indicated above as well as a sum of N1,600.00 for TISHIP (Tertiary Institutions Students Health Insurance Programme).

Students with extra semester(s) are required to pay appropriate charges including TISHIP as indicated above. They should in addition, obtain clearance from their Heads of Departments to enable them log on to the e-portal for registration. Students should access the e-portal from any Cyber Café anywhere for their registration as stipulated above.

OAU Peeps Team wishes all students a great session in waiting!