UNILORIN CULTURAL DAY 2025: INVITATION TO CAMPUS INDIGENOUS ASSOCIATIONS' LEADERS
Smart Unilorites,
In preparation for the upcoming University of Ilorin Cultural Day 2025, hosted by the Centre for Cultural Studies and Creative Arts (CCSCA), we invite all leaders of indigenous associations to a productive discussion as scheduled below:
Date: Friday, April 25, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM
Venue: Students' Union Building Conference Room
We look forward to welcoming you!
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Smart Unilorites,
In preparation for the upcoming University of Ilorin Cultural Day 2025, hosted by the Centre for Cultural Studies and Creative Arts (CCSCA), we invite all leaders of indigenous associations to a productive discussion as scheduled below:
Date: Friday, April 25, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM
Venue: Students' Union Building Conference Room
We look forward to welcoming you!
HAPPY EASTER CELEBRATION
Smart Unilorites,
We’re sending you warm Easter greetings and best wishes. Wishing you all the fun and joy this beautiful holiday brings!
May your Easter basket be full of happiness, your heart full of love, and your life full of peace. May the spirit of Easter fill your hearts with happiness and illuminate your path with divine light. Happy Easter!
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Smart Unilorites,
We’re sending you warm Easter greetings and best wishes. Wishing you all the fun and joy this beautiful holiday brings!
May your Easter basket be full of happiness, your heart full of love, and your life full of peace. May the spirit of Easter fill your hearts with happiness and illuminate your path with divine light. Happy Easter!
STEWARDSHIP PROGRAMME
STEWARDSHIP PROGRAMME
Focused Unilorites,
This is to inform you that the president of the Students' Union, Taofik Waliu (OMOLUABI), General Secretary, Adeleye Isaac (MR. EXCELLENT) and the Public Relations Officer, Olabode Stephen (O' SMART) are going to be live on STEWARDSHIP PROGRAMME today at Unilorin Radio 89.3FM by 4:00pm.
Matters regarding resumption, hostel, transportation and academic matters will be discussed at the programme.
We urge every Unilorites to join the discussion as you can also call to ask question(s) while the program is on.
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STEWARDSHIP PROGRAMME
Focused Unilorites,
This is to inform you that the president of the Students' Union, Taofik Waliu (OMOLUABI), General Secretary, Adeleye Isaac (MR. EXCELLENT) and the Public Relations Officer, Olabode Stephen (O' SMART) are going to be live on STEWARDSHIP PROGRAMME today at Unilorin Radio 89.3FM by 4:00pm.
Matters regarding resumption, hostel, transportation and academic matters will be discussed at the programme.
We urge every Unilorites to join the discussion as you can also call to ask question(s) while the program is on.
STUDENTS’ UNION COMMISERATE WITH AG. DEAN, STUDENT AFFAIRS UNIT
On behalf of the entire student of our dear university, we commiserate with the Acting Dean of Student Affairs Unit, Dr. M. A. Akanmu, on the passing of his beloved father, Pa James Adeniyi Akanmu.
It’s with heavy heart and profound sadness we received this shocking news. May God comfort your heart, grant you peace, and strengthen you during this challenging time. May the departed soul rest in eternal peace. Amen.
Please accept our sincerest condolences.
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On behalf of the entire student of our dear university, we commiserate with the Acting Dean of Student Affairs Unit, Dr. M. A. Akanmu, on the passing of his beloved father, Pa James Adeniyi Akanmu.
It’s with heavy heart and profound sadness we received this shocking news. May God comfort your heart, grant you peace, and strengthen you during this challenging time. May the departed soul rest in eternal peace. Amen.
Please accept our sincerest condolences.
SU HEALTH WEEK 2025: CELEBRATING THE WINNERS OF THE INTERFACULTY HEALTH INNOVATION CHALLENGE
Smart Unilorites,
We’re delighted to celebrate the winners of the Students’ Union Health Week 2025 Interfaculty Health Innovation Challenge, themed “Shaping the Future of Health: Technology, Innovation & Sustainability.”
We commend the outstanding submissions from all contestants, please be aware of the following winner and runner ups respectively;
1st position: Faculty of Communication and Information Sciences — N500,000
2nd position: Faculty of Clinical Science — N200,000
3rd position: Faculty of Engineering and Technology — N100,000
Thank you for joining us in shaping the future of health.
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Smart Unilorites,
We’re delighted to celebrate the winners of the Students’ Union Health Week 2025 Interfaculty Health Innovation Challenge, themed “Shaping the Future of Health: Technology, Innovation & Sustainability.”
We commend the outstanding submissions from all contestants, please be aware of the following winner and runner ups respectively;
1st position: Faculty of Communication and Information Sciences — N500,000
2nd position: Faculty of Clinical Science — N200,000
3rd position: Faculty of Engineering and Technology — N100,000
Thank you for joining us in shaping the future of health.
INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN ‘THE OSHODI EXPERIENCE’ COOK-OFF CONTEST
Smart Unilorites,
We are calling out culinary wizards and passionate Unilorites to participate in ‘The Oshodi Experience Cook-Off Contest’ sponsored by Bamdo Lod Services as scheduled below:
- Date: Thursday, 10th April, 2025
- Time: 12:00 PM
- Venue: Opposite Lagos Male Hostel, Unilorin Main Campus.
Grand Prize:
₦50,000
How to participate:
1. Create a 1 minute video showcasing interest in the contest and tag our official social media pages on IG & X: @Bamdolod, TikTok: @bamdo.lod.
2. Indicate interest in the cooking contest by paying a registration fee of ₦1,000 to: 9045039948 | OPAY | UmmulKhair Bisola Rufai, then forward payment receipt to: Wa.me/+2349132654578.
3. Contestants should be ready to prepare Jollof rice, Amala and efo riro.
4. Join the contestants WhatsApp platform: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GDAfGjkaJ5u1KklASLL7sm.
To register and further enquiry, you can also contact:
Bisola — Wa.me/+2349132654578
Rasheedah — Wa.me/+2349045516665
Dawodu — Wa.me/+2348121227214
We look forward to your active participation in the competition.
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Smart Unilorites,
We are calling out culinary wizards and passionate Unilorites to participate in ‘The Oshodi Experience Cook-Off Contest’ sponsored by Bamdo Lod Services as scheduled below:
- Date: Thursday, 10th April, 2025
- Time: 12:00 PM
- Venue: Opposite Lagos Male Hostel, Unilorin Main Campus.
Grand Prize:
₦50,000
How to participate:
1. Create a 1 minute video showcasing interest in the contest and tag our official social media pages on IG & X: @Bamdolod, TikTok: @bamdo.lod.
2. Indicate interest in the cooking contest by paying a registration fee of ₦1,000 to: 9045039948 | OPAY | UmmulKhair Bisola Rufai, then forward payment receipt to: Wa.me/+2349132654578.
3. Contestants should be ready to prepare Jollof rice, Amala and efo riro.
4. Join the contestants WhatsApp platform: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GDAfGjkaJ5u1KklASLL7sm.
To register and further enquiry, you can also contact:
Bisola — Wa.me/+2349132654578
Rasheedah — Wa.me/+2349045516665
Dawodu — Wa.me/+2348121227214
We look forward to your active participation in the competition.
UNILORITE SET TO ATTEMPT THE GUINNESS WORLD RECORD FOR LONGEST MATHEMATICS LESSON
Smart Unilorites,
We invite you to a groundbreaking event as Sanusi Akanbi Kazeem, a 400-level student from the Department of Mathematics, attempts to set a new Guinness World Record for the longest mathematics lesson.
Please join the 30-hour Math-A-Thon session as scheduled below:
Date: Saturday, 12th April, 2025
Commencement Time: 10:00 AM
Venue: University Auditorium Basement
This record attempt aims to provide a unique and engaging educational experience in mathematics, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of mathematical concepts. It's an event you won't want to miss—be there!
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Smart Unilorites,
We invite you to a groundbreaking event as Sanusi Akanbi Kazeem, a 400-level student from the Department of Mathematics, attempts to set a new Guinness World Record for the longest mathematics lesson.
Please join the 30-hour Math-A-Thon session as scheduled below:
Date: Saturday, 12th April, 2025
Commencement Time: 10:00 AM
Venue: University Auditorium Basement
This record attempt aims to provide a unique and engaging educational experience in mathematics, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of mathematical concepts. It's an event you won't want to miss—be there!
GST 112, GNS 212 & GNS 312 COURSEWARE RELEASED
Smart Unilorites,
In a bid to fulfil our promise of improved academic welfare, we are pleased to announce the release of General Studies’ Courseware for all 100Level to 300Level Unilorites.
Please view the coursewares using the links below:
GST 112 — Nigerian Peoples and Culture
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1azQ2px9ZgdGHtDdY99u-rmL4jxZKpb83
GNS 212 — Introduction to Social Science and Citizenship Education
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jKNB4b6bjQf8gSzdtva_Bve8f6JEpoJK
GNS 312 — Digital Skilll Acquisition
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vRGuSS4QUZo5BE0_T02xmAEeCuqQjqzf
We reaffirm our commitment to empowering excellence through effective academic support for all Smart Unilorites.
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Smart Unilorites,
In a bid to fulfil our promise of improved academic welfare, we are pleased to announce the release of General Studies’ Courseware for all 100Level to 300Level Unilorites.
Please view the coursewares using the links below:
GST 112 — Nigerian Peoples and Culture
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1azQ2px9ZgdGHtDdY99u-rmL4jxZKpb83
GNS 212 — Introduction to Social Science and Citizenship Education
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jKNB4b6bjQf8gSzdtva_Bve8f6JEpoJK
GNS 312 — Digital Skilll Acquisition
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vRGuSS4QUZo5BE0_T02xmAEeCuqQjqzf
We reaffirm our commitment to empowering excellence through effective academic support for all Smart Unilorites.
CONTINUATION OF 2024/2025 CLINIC REGISTRATION FOR NEW AND RETURNING STUDENTS
Smart Unilorites,
This serves to notify all concerned Unilorites that the earlier suspended 2024/2025 Clinic registration will recommence on Monday, 7th April, 2025 and will finally end on Friday, 9th May, 2025.
Registration details:
Time: Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 2:00 PM)
Venue: University Health Services (Clinic)
We enjoin our colleagues to make use of this opportunity to complete their clinic registration.
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Smart Unilorites,
This serves to notify all concerned Unilorites that the earlier suspended 2024/2025 Clinic registration will recommence on Monday, 7th April, 2025 and will finally end on Friday, 9th May, 2025.
Registration details:
Time: Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 2:00 PM)
Venue: University Health Services (Clinic)
We enjoin our colleagues to make use of this opportunity to complete their clinic registration.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO 200-LEVEL UNILORITES ON GSE 202 TEXTBOOK
Smart Unilorites,
In accordance with our publication dated September 29, 2024, regarding our collective and relentless efforts to reduce school charges, we stated that "there will be no hidden charges at either the departmental or faculty level, and there will be value for money paid with respect to student welfare services."
This notice informs the student populace that NO FEES are expected to be paid by 200-level students under any guise, as all fees due to TEC have been paid alongside school charges.
Concerned students are encouraged to disregard any notification requiring payment for GSE 202 textbooks or any practical manual/textbooks as a prerequisite for writing examination.
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Smart Unilorites,
In accordance with our publication dated September 29, 2024, regarding our collective and relentless efforts to reduce school charges, we stated that "there will be no hidden charges at either the departmental or faculty level, and there will be value for money paid with respect to student welfare services."
This notice informs the student populace that NO FEES are expected to be paid by 200-level students under any guise, as all fees due to TEC have been paid alongside school charges.
Concerned students are encouraged to disregard any notification requiring payment for GSE 202 textbooks or any practical manual/textbooks as a prerequisite for writing examination.
WELCOME TO A SMART APRIL
Smart Unilorites,
April is another chance to chase your dreams. Step boldly into this month and trust that every effort will yield success.
Welcome to April, 2025! May this month bring you closer to your dreams, surround you with love, and bless you beyond your expectations.
Wishing you a fantastic month ahead—Happy New Month!
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Smart Unilorites,
April is another chance to chase your dreams. Step boldly into this month and trust that every effort will yield success.
Welcome to April, 2025! May this month bring you closer to your dreams, surround you with love, and bless you beyond your expectations.
Wishing you a fantastic month ahead—Happy New Month!
CELEBRATING THE NEWLY INAUGURATED UNILORITES AT THE NAKSS NATIONAL CONVENTION
Smart Unilorites,
The Smart-Purposed Administration, led by Comr. AGEZEH, Victor Oghenetega (VICTEG), extends warm congratulations to the newly inaugurated Unilorites who emerged victorious in the last concluded National Association of Kwara State Students (NAKSS) National Convention.
1. Ibrahim Wakeel Ayinde - Executive President (500L, Agricultural Economics and Farm Management)
2. MuhammadRaji Qosim Alabi - Public Relations Officer (400L, Food Engineering Department)
3. Yahaya Ridwan Oladimeji - Treasurer (200L, Art Education Department)
4. Idowu Praise Femi - Senate Clerk (300L, Educational Technology)
5. Usman Idowu AbdulRahmon - Bailiff (400L, English Language)
Your election reflects your unwavering commitment and leadership. As you assume these crucial roles, be reminded that you represent the University of Ilorin and its values. The electorate has placed their trust in you, and we have full confidence in your ability to create a positive impact.
We wish you a progressive, successful, and impactful tenure. Cheers to your well-deserved success!
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Smart Unilorites,
The Smart-Purposed Administration, led by Comr. AGEZEH, Victor Oghenetega (VICTEG), extends warm congratulations to the newly inaugurated Unilorites who emerged victorious in the last concluded National Association of Kwara State Students (NAKSS) National Convention.
1. Ibrahim Wakeel Ayinde - Executive President (500L, Agricultural Economics and Farm Management)
2. MuhammadRaji Qosim Alabi - Public Relations Officer (400L, Food Engineering Department)
3. Yahaya Ridwan Oladimeji - Treasurer (200L, Art Education Department)
4. Idowu Praise Femi - Senate Clerk (300L, Educational Technology)
5. Usman Idowu AbdulRahmon - Bailiff (400L, English Language)
Your election reflects your unwavering commitment and leadership. As you assume these crucial roles, be reminded that you represent the University of Ilorin and its values. The electorate has placed their trust in you, and we have full confidence in your ability to create a positive impact.
We wish you a progressive, successful, and impactful tenure. Cheers to your well-deserved success!
ANOTHER YEAR OF SMART DISPENSATION
The Smart-Purposed Administration warmly felicitates with Comr. ADEGOKE, Rodiyah Oyeronke (RONNYX), the Vice-President (PS) of the Students’ Union on her auspicious birthday.
We deeply appreciate your immense contributions to the Students' Union, particularly in broadening our vision, empowering academic excellence, and ensuring the welfare and wellbeing of our colleagues.
Here's to another year of impactful service and achieving great things! We wish you success, happiness, and progress in all your endeavors. Happy birthday!
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The Smart-Purposed Administration warmly felicitates with Comr. ADEGOKE, Rodiyah Oyeronke (RONNYX), the Vice-President (PS) of the Students’ Union on her auspicious birthday.
We deeply appreciate your immense contributions to the Students' Union, particularly in broadening our vision, empowering academic excellence, and ensuring the welfare and wellbeing of our colleagues.
Here's to another year of impactful service and achieving great things! We wish you success, happiness, and progress in all your endeavors. Happy birthday!
STUDENTS' UNION DELEGATES DEPART NIGERIA FOR AFRICAN STUDENT LEADERS WORKSHOP
A delegation from the Students' Union departed Nigeria yesterday, Saturday, March 22, 2025, for Cape Coast, Ghana, to attend the African Student Leaders Workshop. The workshop, organized by the University of Cape Coast, Ghana, in collaboration with the All African Students' Union and the U6+ Consortium, will take place from March 24 to 25, 2025.
The workshop aims to equip the Students' Union leadership with strategic leadership skills and training, enabling us to better serve the interests and welfare of all Smart Unilorites.
As your Students' Union, we reaffirm our commitment to prioritizing your welfare, academic, and social concerns. Please feel free to visit us at the Students' Union Building to discuss any matters of concern.
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A delegation from the Students' Union departed Nigeria yesterday, Saturday, March 22, 2025, for Cape Coast, Ghana, to attend the African Student Leaders Workshop. The workshop, organized by the University of Cape Coast, Ghana, in collaboration with the All African Students' Union and the U6+ Consortium, will take place from March 24 to 25, 2025.
The workshop aims to equip the Students' Union leadership with strategic leadership skills and training, enabling us to better serve the interests and welfare of all Smart Unilorites.
As your Students' Union, we reaffirm our commitment to prioritizing your welfare, academic, and social concerns. Please feel free to visit us at the Students' Union Building to discuss any matters of concern.
REVIEW OF TRANSPORTATION FARES AND SEATING ARRANGEMENTS
Smart Unilorites,
Sequel to the recent development in pricing of fuel, which has significantly fallen from ₦1,100 to between ₦865-₦875 after our last review, we are pleased to announce an adjustment to the pricing and seating arrangement of buses operating on university roads.
In the aftermath of our engagement with the leadership of bus operators on the University roads, please note the following adjustments:
- Terminus - PS (Bus): ₦400 reduced to ₦300 (4-4-4-2)
- Terminus - PS (Car): ₦400 now 3-3-2 seating arrangement
- PS - Challenge/Post Office (Bus): ₦600 reduced to ₦500 (4-4-4-2)
- PS - Challenge/Post Office (Car): ₦700 reduced to ₦600 (3-4-2)
These adjustments, effective from Tomorrow, Wednesday, March 19, 2025, reflect current operational costs, aiming to provide convenient and reliable commute while balancing the interests of all parties involved amidst the country's economic situation.
We appreciate the support and commitment demonstrated by the management of the Student Affairs Unit and the leadership of the bus operators.
We are committed to reviewing fares and making adjustments as the economic situation improves. We’ll also engage with other transport operators on campus and provide updates when necessary.
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Smart Unilorites,
Sequel to the recent development in pricing of fuel, which has significantly fallen from ₦1,100 to between ₦865-₦875 after our last review, we are pleased to announce an adjustment to the pricing and seating arrangement of buses operating on university roads.
In the aftermath of our engagement with the leadership of bus operators on the University roads, please note the following adjustments:
- Terminus - PS (Bus): ₦400 reduced to ₦300 (4-4-4-2)
- Terminus - PS (Car): ₦400 now 3-3-2 seating arrangement
- PS - Challenge/Post Office (Bus): ₦600 reduced to ₦500 (4-4-4-2)
- PS - Challenge/Post Office (Car): ₦700 reduced to ₦600 (3-4-2)
These adjustments, effective from Tomorrow, Wednesday, March 19, 2025, reflect current operational costs, aiming to provide convenient and reliable commute while balancing the interests of all parties involved amidst the country's economic situation.
We appreciate the support and commitment demonstrated by the management of the Student Affairs Unit and the leadership of the bus operators.
We are committed to reviewing fares and making adjustments as the economic situation improves. We’ll also engage with other transport operators on campus and provide updates when necessary.
REVIEW OF KOROPE (SHUTTLE BUS) SERVICES ON UNIVERSITY ROADS
Smart Unilorites,
Following the recent development in pricing of fuel, which has fallen from ₦1,100 to between ₦865-₦875 after our last review, we are pleased to announce an adjustment to the Korope (Shuttle Bus) seating arrangement on university roads.
After negotiations and several consideration, please note that the seating arrangement will change from 4-4-2 to 3-3-2, effective Monday, March 17, 2025, while maintaining the current fare of ₦400. We are committed to reviewing fares and making adjustments as the economic situation improves.
This adjustment reflects the current operational costs and aims to provide convenient and reliable transportation services within the university community, striking a fair balance between all parties involved, and also considering the country's economic situation.
We appreciate the support and commitment demonstrated by the management of the Student Affairs Unit and the leadership of the Korope Shuttle Bus service.
We’ll continue to engage with other transport operators on campus and will provide updates when necessary.
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Smart Unilorites,
Following the recent development in pricing of fuel, which has fallen from ₦1,100 to between ₦865-₦875 after our last review, we are pleased to announce an adjustment to the Korope (Shuttle Bus) seating arrangement on university roads.
After negotiations and several consideration, please note that the seating arrangement will change from 4-4-2 to 3-3-2, effective Monday, March 17, 2025, while maintaining the current fare of ₦400. We are committed to reviewing fares and making adjustments as the economic situation improves.
This adjustment reflects the current operational costs and aims to provide convenient and reliable transportation services within the university community, striking a fair balance between all parties involved, and also considering the country's economic situation.
We appreciate the support and commitment demonstrated by the management of the Student Affairs Unit and the leadership of the Korope Shuttle Bus service.
We’ll continue to engage with other transport operators on campus and will provide updates when necessary.
INVITATION TO NYSC SENSITIZATION PROGRAM FOR PROSPECTIVE CORPS MEMBERS AND FINAL YEAR STUDENTS
Smart Unilorites,
You are cordially invited to a sensitization program for prospective corps members and final year students of the University, scheduled as follows:
Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM (West Africa Time)
Venue: University Auditorium
This is to inform all final year students of the University of Ilorin that your ATTENDANCE is mandatory at the forthcoming NYSC sensitization program. The program is designed to provide valuable insights into the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program, and it is imperative that all prospective corps members and final year students attend.
Your participation will equip you with essential information to prepare you for the NYSC program.
We eagerly look forward to your presence at this significant event.
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Smart Unilorites,
You are cordially invited to a sensitization program for prospective corps members and final year students of the University, scheduled as follows:
Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM (West Africa Time)
Venue: University Auditorium
This is to inform all final year students of the University of Ilorin that your ATTENDANCE is mandatory at the forthcoming NYSC sensitization program. The program is designed to provide valuable insights into the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program, and it is imperative that all prospective corps members and final year students attend.
Your participation will equip you with essential information to prepare you for the NYSC program.
We eagerly look forward to your presence at this significant event.
UPDATE ON POWER SUPPLY INTERRUPTION
Smart Unilorites,
We have received reports of intermittent power supply on and off-campus, particularly in the Tanke Community Axis. Following our engagement with the relevant authorities, we have been informed that the issue is attributed to IBEDC.
Rest assured, we will continue to monitor the situation closely to ensure a prompt and full restoration of power supply.
Alternatively, solar panels and hostel generators will serve as backup power sources until the electricity supply is back to normalcy.
We reiterate our commitment to prioritizing the welfare and wellbeing of all Smart Unilorites.
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Smart Unilorites,
We have received reports of intermittent power supply on and off-campus, particularly in the Tanke Community Axis. Following our engagement with the relevant authorities, we have been informed that the issue is attributed to IBEDC.
Rest assured, we will continue to monitor the situation closely to ensure a prompt and full restoration of power supply.
Alternatively, solar panels and hostel generators will serve as backup power sources until the electricity supply is back to normalcy.
We reiterate our commitment to prioritizing the welfare and wellbeing of all Smart Unilorites.