By Uthman Samad
As Muslims celebrate Eid festivals and Christians celebrate Christmas just as the same is Awolowo hall of residence celebrated EWA Day 2018.
The male Awo hall is known for its radicality and high intellectual greatness in learning, culture and Entertainment.
EWA Day, a customary end of the session celebration, A day where the excecutive arm of the hall arranges for a large quantity of beans to be cooked en mass for the mark of the Day.
This year, 2018 edition was no different as the Excecutive arm of Awolowo hall of residence organised it in a grandstyle.
According to a student of the Hall, Olawale Maruf commented that the tradition has been sustained for years, and for residents of the hall, Ewa Day helps to relieve themselves of academic stress which always come during exam period.
Students were caught trooping out with their pots and coolers, lining up in happiness in the scorching sun, singing various songs.
“I have been hearing about Ewa Day right away from my secondary School days. I got admitted into OAU and everything that happened confirmed what I heard. Students speaking different languages came together to dance and sing. This, in my observation, is the message of the event and I pray for continuity for this Comic galore ” a part one student exposed.
“I was served ewa inside a bucket and I will eat it for two days,” Oludiran Olushola, a 200-Level student of English said Emphatically with Sense of Happiness, adding that the event always remind him of his people outside the world that could not afford three square meals daily.
Samuel Olayemi ( S O ), the Chairman of the Hall can not hide his exhilaration while speaking with OAU Peeps News Agency, He said " I am very much happy as things went as planned and thanks to our people who showed us love from right , left and center to the success of this year"s Ewa Day".
While speaking with the Hall Executive General Secretary, Olakanmi Abdullah (MC wealth) who could not envelope his joy for the success of the Annual event appreciated everyone that helped in the finance of the program.
He added that the glory of the great Awolowo Hall can never be lost and the lasting culture will never be a thing of the past.
After the Ewa distribution and consumption, music followed it all at night at exactly around 9:15 pm.
The Awolowo cafe walk ways was full to the brim as it turned to the performance stage with OAU artists and The Arò team led by OPA added more flavour to the taste of the event.
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Sunday, 11 February 2018
#ICJC2018: ACJOAU To Host Oluwo of Iwo
The Association of Campus Journalists, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife is set to host the Oluwo of Iwo, HIM, Oba AbdulRasheed Akanbi for the 2018 edition of International Campus Journalism Conference.
The monarch confirmed his presence during a courtesy visit by the delegates of the ICJC on Friday.
Oluwo expressed his satisfaction in the programme as he enjoined youth to continue to represent the nation well against all odds.
The ACJOAU is well known for her outstanding development towards campus journalism aims to bring all pen pushers across the world institutions together as all student journalists are invited to the conference scheduled to hold in Africa most beautiful campus.
Theme: The Proper Use of Media: An Elixir To Terrorism Attacks in Nigeria
Date: 10th of March, 2018
Venue: Conference Centre, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife
Fashion For The Season

By Hassan Pelumi
Good day everyone!
It is no news that the Sun has decided to be harsh ouch, ouch... it's so scorching you feel! So, considering that heat plus examination is a very bad combination - surviving in this weather would be hard unless you wear the appropriate outfit. So, by popular demand and the fierce unmercifully pinching sun, this is the ways I have posited to dress in this weather.
AVOID DARK COLOURS:
Please, for the love of comfort, stick to light colours. You should keep your black clothes far away from you this weather. Black clothes absorb heat, it would cause the weather to be more unbearable than it already used to do. Remember my job is to make you survive in this weather, as your school mama alright?
WEAR CLOTHES MADE FROM COTTON AND LINEN:
These materials are very breathable, that even in hot weather, one doesn't sweat in them. So... in this weather, clothes made from cotton should be in your wardrobe.
AVOID CLOTHES MADE FROM NYLON, RAYON, WOOL, SILK AND POLYESTER:
Unlike the first set of fabrics, These ones are not breathable and cause one to sweat. Wearing outfits made from these fabrics in this weather would cause make you uncomfortable and smelly because they retain sweat. These fabrics may look nice, but they are not for this weather.
AVOID SKIN TIGHT CLOTHES:
As much as you always want to hot in skin tight outfits, in this weather, your result would be to look sweaty and very uncomfortable. I would advise you wear loose dresses to breathe well and let air flow well.
CROPPED TOPS AND SKIRTS:
Ladies, this weather is perfect for you to rock that cropped top, they don't hug your torso so air would happily wrap around you. Plus they are very fashionable.
For the love of comfort, wear skirts over trousers in this weather. They do not cover the legs so it reduces the generation of heat. But if you must wear trousers, wear those made out of linen and cotton.
WEAR JERSEY AND SHORTS:
Nope, I didn't forget the guys. Guys should opt for jerseys over shirt and shorts over trousers. After all comfort is survival. Guys, I am your momma too, you good?
WEAR SHORT SLEEVES AND SLEEVELESS CLOTHES:
Clothes that allow breathing is the best for this weather and short sleeves or sleeveless are very breathable.
DO NOT WEAR JACKETS, SCARFS OR MUFFLERS:
Jackets?!!! In this weather?! Uh?! Ah! Please, avoid these to live longer.
FACE CAPS, HATS AND SUNGLASSES:
These are the best accessories for hot weather. They protect the face from the rays of sun.
WEAR SCANDALS AND COMFORTABLE SHOES:
Avoid rubber or leather shoes these weather. Opt for scandals or palm slippers. Luckily, they are fashionable too.
SUNSCREEN:
Very important for this weather. It protects the skin against UV rays, also against the risk of skin cancer.
If you follow these, this weather may not be much of a problem. Fashion is survival, survival can be fashioned and my job is to make sure you survive this weather and still slay! Stay safe and good luck with the exams.
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Saturday, 10 February 2018
Admissions:JAMB Extends 2018 UTME Registration
JAMB as a responsive organisation has taken the decision albeit with great hesitation to accommodate candidates who failed to register between the two months window period that ended at midnight of Tuesday, 6th February, 2018.
The failure of these candidates to register is unfortunate and the Board hastens to add that this culture of impunity will not be tolerated henceforth. Indeed penalty will be imposed for late registration from next session.
UTME candidates are therefore strongly advised to take advantage of the extension to register as request for further extension would not be entertained.
Registration for Direct Entry candidates however continues.
For emphasis, 2018 UTME registration now closes at midnight of Sunday, 11th February, 2018.
Accommodation: DSA Releases Request Procedure For Returning And Fresh Students

DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS
OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY, ILE-IFE.
ACCOMMODATION REQUEST PROCEDURE FOR 2017/2018 SESSION
RELEASE FOR RETURNING STUDENTS ON UNIVERSITY HOSTEL
The Division of Student Affairs wishes to inform all Students currently
residing in the Halls of residence to remove all personal belonging
including their sleeping matrasses as soon as the University goes on
vacation at the end of the 2016/2017 academic session. The Division will
not be responsible for any loss or damage of property. No Student is
permitted to occupy in any room until the official allocation of such room
is made.
1. Prospective FINAL YEAR students in all faculties (except Clinical Sciences
and Dentistry) who are interested in residing in the halls of residence in
during the 2017-2018 academic session are to apply for available bed
spaces via the e-portal as from 8pm, Friday, 16th February, 2018.
2. NON-FINAL-YEAR RETURNING students in all faculties (except Clinical and
Dentistry) who are also interested in residing in the Halls of residence
during the 2017-2018 academic session are to apply for available bed
spaces via the e-portal as from 8pm, Saturday, 17th February, 2018.
3. All students should note that accommodation allocation will be revoked
if payment is not made within the stipulated time.
4. Please note that this exercise will be based on a first-come-first-served
basis as there are limited bed spaces.
ACCOMMODATION FOR FIRST YEAR STUDENTS FOR 2017/2018
SESSION
1. All First Year Students can apply for Bed Space placement directly on the
eportal after payment of appropriate fees.
2. First Year students will ONLY be eligible to apply for accommodation on
FULL PAYMENT of School Fees.
3. Candidates who have been allocated bed spaces will print three (3) copies
of Bed Space Clearance Forms from the eportal, which must be duly
signed by the student and the Hall Warden.
4. The Bed Clearance Forms will be administered as follows:
i. Students are required to keep one
ii. Submit one copy to the Dean, Student Affairs
iii. Submit the third copy to the Hall Warden to qualify him/her to
OCCUPY the bed space allocated. Please note that failure to submit
the Bed Space Clearance Forms as stipulated automatically
disqualifies the Bed Space Allocation.
5. All students should note that these bed spaces are on a “First Come First
Served” basis.
2017/2018 Session: OAU Releases School Fees Structure For Fresh &Returning Students

FRESH STUDENTS
Candidates who made Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife their first choice and took part in the Obafemi Awolowo University Post UTME screening exercise are advised to check their admission status on JAMB’s web site by logging in via http://www.jamb.org.ng/efacility/ and following the link to “Check 2017 UTME/DE Admission Status on CAPS”.
Once confirmed, such candidates should visit the Obafemi Awolowo University Student Information Portal http://eportal.oauife.edu.ng and follow the instructions for payments and registration as laid out. Confirmation of admission on the OAU student portal shall commence with the payment of a non-refundable acceptance fee of N20,000.00 (fresh students only).
The schedule of the charges for the session is as detailed below:
1. LAW/ARTS/SOCIAL SCIENCES/ADMIN/EDU. ARTS
N43,700Per Session
2. SCIENCE/EDM/EDUC. SCIENCE/TECH/AGRIC
N54,700Per Session
3.MEDICINE/PHARMACY/HEALTH SCIENCES
N57,700Per Session
4. For Diploma in Local Government Studies Tuition – 63,300.00 & TISHIP (Tertiary Institutions Students Health Insurance Prog.) – 1,600.00. TOTAL N64,900.00
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.
Accommodation: – N3,090.00(Freshmen will be provided accommodation on first come first served basis)
OTHER REQUIREMENTS FOR 2017/2018 REGISTRATION OF FRESHMEN
Candidates who have been offered admission should upload their credentials including Birth Certificate/Sworn Declaration of Age.
Each candidate will be required to print and submit his/her online Clearance Certificate, as downloaded, to the Faculty Secretary. They will also be required to present the print- out of the certificate form, hard copies of O’Level results, birth certificate, etc., for further screening on resumption.
SCREENING OF FRESH STUDENTS
All credential screening will be done on-line. All freshmen are expected to complete their credential screenings before they come to campus on before 2017/2018 Session commences.
FOR RETURNING UNDERGRADUATES
LAW/ARTS/SOCIAL SCIENCES/ADMIN
/EDU.ARTS
N19,700Per Session
LAW/ARTS/SOCIAL SCIENCES/ADMIN/EDU.ARTS (Extra Semester Rain/Harmattan)
N19,700
SCIENCE/EDM/EDUC. SCIENCE/TECH/AGRIC
N27,700Per Session
SCIENCE/EDM/EDUC.
SCIENCE/TECH/AGRIC (Extra Semester Rain/Harmattan)
N27,700
BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCE, CLINICAL SCIENCE, DENTISTRY/PHARMACY
N30,700Per Session
BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCE, CLINICAL SCIENCE, DENTISTRY/PHARMACY
(Extra Semester Rain/Harmattan)
N30,700
LATE REGISTRATION FOR COURSES
N2,000.00
ACCOMODATION (RETURNING STUDENT)N2,590.00
i. Faculty of Administration, (Diploma in Local Government Studies)Returning StudentsN55, 300.00
ii. Faculty of Administration, (Diploma in Local Government Studies)Extra Semester (Rain/Harmattan)N54, 050.00
Returning Students are required to pay the appropriate charges as indicated above as well as a sum of N1,600 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.
Thursday, 8 February 2018
Ojelabi Jesujoba Emerges As PANS OAU President-Elect
APANTAKU-139 Votes
POPE JAY -221 Votes---WINNER
CHIDINMA -110 Votes
HALLEY - 248 Votes - WINNER
PHANNY
330Votes
AYOMICHAEL
335votes
ENDY
316Votes
ANTHONY
316Votes
O.B.O
315votes
ALADE-104 votes
PAULO-232 Votes-WINNER
ABBEY
37 Votes