Medical Laboratory Scientists Warned Against Repeating Internship The Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) has cautioned new professionals not to repeat the mandatory internship program. Repeating the internship is deemed illegal and could lead to disciplinary action. The warning was issued at the induction of the 2024 Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS) graduates … Read more
By abiodun KOMOLAFE “Salus populi suprema lex esto” – Cicero. The commissioning of The Wole Olanipekun Senate Building at the Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology (BOUESTI), Ikere, Ekiti State, last Thursday, has again testified to the power of visionary leadership and the boundless potential of human generosity. In … Read more
The federal government approved the establishment of the National Citizens Value Brigade in primary and secondary schools nationwide on Monday. EKO HOT BLOG gathered that this initiative aims to address the growing concerns over the erosion of good morals and values among the youth, leading to various forms of misconduct. The Minister of Information and … Read more
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has approved loan applications for 3,283 students at the University of Ibadan, as confirmed by the university management in a circular issued on September 18, 2024. While the loans have been approved, the disbursement of funds is still pending. EDITOR’S PICKS Japan’s Next PM Vows to Respect BOJ’s Autonomy … Read more
The management of the University of Ibadan, UI, has given students of the institution a three-week break amid recent protests against fee increments. The Registrar of the University, Mr Ganiyu Saliu, made this announcement via an internal memo on Saturday in Ibadan, saying that the break would be from Saturday August 31 to September 20. … Read more
The Students’ Union of the University of Ibadan, UI, on Friday rejected the school fees increment approved by the governing council of the institution. Showing their disapproval, the students were said to have staged an overnight protest from 10:20 pm to 2 a.m. The President of the union, Bolaji Aweda; Vice-President, Bolutife Aboderin, and Secretary, Daniel … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria’s premier University, University of Ibadan (UI) and the University of Lagos (UNILAG), have been ranked as one of the top ten universities in Africa. The two Nigerian universities emerged in the top ten list of universities in Africa according to the latest ranking of world universities released by the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has been officially presented with the comprehensive report of the incident on the catastrophic explosion on January 16, 2024, at Adeyi Avenue, Old Bodija, Ibadan. The investigation, aimed at uncovering the causes and culprits behind the explosion, has led to the identification of … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that King Saheed Osupa, the legendary Fuji Maestro has disclosed how he almost abandoned academic pursuit midway into his political science programme at the University of Ibadan (UI), Oyo State. Osupa, who was part of the last graduates of the institution, disclosed this in a Facebook post while commenting on his … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Fuji Music Legend, King Saheed Osupa, has graduated with a second class (upper division) from the Political Science department at the University of Ibadan, Oyo State. The iconic singer announced the development on Wednesday in a post on his official Instagram page to celebrate his latest achievement. “Today, I attended … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Popular Fuji musician, Saheed Osupa Akorede, popularly known has graduated from the Department of Political Science of Nigeria’s premier University – the University of Ibadan (UI) on Wednesday. The musician, who took to his Facebook page to announce the latest feat, said he graduated with Second Class honours. Saheed Osupa … Read more
The UI Prof. Opeyemi Isaac Ajewole was murdered on Monday by unknown gunmen Sultan Of Sokoto who doubles as the Chancellor of the University of Ibadan reacts Calls on Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies to fast-track investigations Eko Hot Blog reports that the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar condemned the gruesome murder … Read more
Gunmen murdered UI Professor Opeyemi Ajewole Police to begin probe Shettima condemns the gruesome killing of Prof. Opeyemi Eko Hot Blog reports that the Oyo State police command is set to probe the death of a Professor of Social and Environmental Forestry at the University of Ibadan, Ibadan in Oyo State, Opeyemi Ajewole. Recall this … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian High Commissioner in charge of Australia, New Zealand, Fiji Islands, Papua New Guinea, Vanatu, and the Pacifics, Ambassador Anderson Madubike, says arrangements are in top gear to facilitate exchange programmes between the countries and Nigerian universities. EDITOR’S PICKS From Interim Gov To Arrest: Hit And Miss Prophecies On … Read more
Colleagues of an ex-UI DVC are seeking donations after his kidnappers demanded a N50 million ransom. Eko Hot Blog reports that the abductors of a former Deputy Vice-chancellor (academics) of the University of Ibadan (UI), Professor Adigun Agbaje, have demanded a ransom of N50 million to release him. EDITOR’S PICKS Policeman Killed, Another Injured As … Read more
The management of the University of Ibadan has announced the resumption of academic activities at its Distance Learning Centre. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the announcement came on Tuesday as the strike embarked upon by the Academic Staff Union of Universities on February 14 continued. EDITOR’S PICK: You’re A National Figure, Passionate About Nigeria’s … Read more
UI students has lamented over robbery attacks. EKO HOT BLOG reports that students of the University of Ibadan(UI) living at hostels off the campus as well as residents of areas adjoining the university are living in fear due to the incessant robbery, cult attacks. Some students and other residents have been attacked and injured during … Read more
Last year, he had removed one of the testicles by himself… EKO HOT BLOG reports that Terhemen Anongo, a 44-year-old resident of Gboko in Benue State, has castrated himself “to avert sexual desire”. Anongo, who is a medical school drop-out, claimed the decision will enable him serve God properly. Last year, he had removed one … Read more
Titilola Bello announced his father’s new exceptional feat on Linkedin… EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Nigerian man, Temitayo Bello, has bagged his second PhD after completing three different bachelor’s degrees and three different masters’ degrees. Bello bagged his second PhD from the University of Ibadan (UI) having completed a thesis in Energy Law. He … Read more
A blind woman has bagged PHD from University of Ibadan (UI). EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ifeoma Bibiana Okoli, despite being blind has bagged her doctorate degree on Wednesday, November 17, from the University of Ibadan (UI), becoming the 1st visually impaired person to bag that degree from the institution. Taking to Facebook, her sister, … Read more