Nasels Communication Bureau (NCB)

By Comfort Oladapo  Students residing on campus in Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) have expressed their concerns over the poor water condition supplied from the dam that serves all hostels on campus.  The water is often dirty, unsafe for drinking, unfit for cooking, and, in several cases, not even suitable for bathing. The state of the water has worsened in recent weeks. Residents claim the water frequently appears brownish, contains particles, and has a foul smell that results in skin irritation such as rashes, eczema, ringworm, etc. Students in most cases are left with no option other than to make use of the water because of the unavailability of borehole water. A resident of Moremi Hall who chose to remain anonymous described the situation as “unbearable", "the water that comes out of the tap is not clean at all. We can’t use it to cook and even bathe with it because it causes skin irritation for some people,” she said. A resident of Fajuyi Hall said: “The state of the w...

 By Olaoye Oluwapelumi Peace An Interview with Abiola Oyindamola Ayoka — Final Year English Student and Content Creator. Ayoka, a unique being with dual personality opens up about her journey balancing academics and content creation. NCB: Can you introduce yourself. Who is Ayoka? AYOKA: Ayoka is a lot of things, but I like to describe her as a creative by choice and a student by force. While it is one of my names, Ayoka hasn’t always been in existence. But the idea of content creation came into play, and the rest is history. That’s why I always say Ayoka is different from Oyindamola; they’re two different personalities. NCB: Who then is Oyindamola? AYOKA: Oyindamola is almost the complete opposite of Ayoka. She’s more introverted, very antisocial, and lives by rules and routines. Ayoka, on the other hand, is loud, happy, and turns everything to content because, really, everything is content. While Ayoka is deeply interested in filmmaking, entertainment, content creation, and buildi...

By; Mercy Ojegbola  The Association of Campus Journalists, Obafemi Awolowo University (ACJ OAU), is set to host the maiden edition of its Sit-Out 1.0, an interactive hangout designed to foster stronger interpersonal and professional connections among members of the association. The event, scheduled for Saturday, December 6, aims to create a relaxed setting where campus journalists can engage in meaningful conversations, network, and deepen their understanding of the association’s operational structure. The venue is biological gardens, while activities are expected to begin by 2:00 PM. Speaking on the rationale behind the initiative, Esther Olatimehin, the President of the association explained that the idea emerged from the need to address the isolation sometimes associated with newsroom work. “The Sit-Out 1.0 was born out of a simple but urgent reality, which is that campus journalists needed a space to breathe, connect, and share knowledge. We saw that the newsroom can be isolati...

By Mercy Olabiyi         Recognition came knocking for a dedicated campus journalist as her consistency and bold storytelling earned her a spot among the CJA2025 nominees. The Youth Digest Initiative Campus Journalism Awards (CJA) is an annual event organized by Youths Digest to recognize and celebrate excellence in campus journalism across Nigeria. The 2025 edition, themed "AI and the Future of Journalism," focused on the role of student journalists in the current media landscape and had an entry period from October 1st through 14th, 2025. The event is designed to support and motivate student journalists, providing them with skills and recognition for their work.        The Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Nasels Communication Bureau, Mercy Ojegbola applied, and, fortunately, she was nominated and recognised at the Broadcaster category. When interviewed, Mercy Ojegbola stated her encounters by sharing her experience with the application process fo...

By; Mercy Ojegbola  A growing sanitation concern at the entrance of the Department of English, Obafemi Awolowo University, has drawn complaints from students and prompted responses from departmental executives and other stakeholders as an unattended trash bin continues to sit full during one of the busiest weeks of the semester. The department of English, Obafemi Awolowo University and campus as a whole has gotten really busy as lectures intensify and the 6th week of lectures approaches. Departmental activities, like the ongoing Freshers Fair and freshers registrations has however added to the heavy traffic around the department lobby, where students constantly gather after classes and daily activities, with people moving in and out throughout the day.  The sight of the trash can, filled beyond capacity, right in front of the department has become difficult to ignore as it poses both health risks and makes a pictorial representation of neglect and lack of welfarism that has a...

The Department of English welcomed its new intakes on Wednesday, November 27th, with an insightful and engaging colloquium. The session featured interactive sessions from distinguished lecturers in the department on academic, social, and spiritual development. The event opened with the National Anthem and Great Ife Anthem, followed by the introduction of special guests, including Prof. Folasade Hunsu, Prof. Ademilokun, Dr. Anthony Adejuwon, and Prof. Moji Olateju. Representing the Head of Department, Prof. Ademilokun congratulated the freshers on their admission into the department, which is the largest Department of English in the country with 45 lecturers and 19 full professors. He highlighted that even though the humanities are often relegated in the society,  "There is nothing you can not become’ by studying English. He encouraged the freshmen to attend classes regularly, ask questions, build good relationships with lecturers, and maintain discipline. Prof. Moji Olateju built ...

 By Oritsejolomisan Edun Let's be honest: Resumption isn't fun for all of us. Some can't wait to reconnect with their friends and breathe in the Great Ife air after months away. Others wish the holiday could last a bit longer because eating without a debit alert is a real thing at home, and good sleep is just a bed away. And then there are those in the middle—indifferent. Whichever category you fall into, one thing is certain: the holiday is over, and a new session has begun. While many resources talk about how to prepare academically or physically for a new session, mental health is often overlooked. Yet, to have a successful semester, your mental health must be in good shape. So, before the marathon of overnights and deadlines begins, here are seven ways to protect your sanity this semester: 1. Accept that OAU will be OAU: You can't crush the system, but you can protect yourself from getting crushed by it. And that starts with acceptance: OAU will stress you. Lecturer...

 The National Association of Students of English and Literary Studies (NASELS), Obafemi Awolowo University, continued its earlier announced Freshers’ Fair on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, with a debate session held at the English Postgraduate Room in the departmental building. The debate, initially scheduled for 11 a.m., was postponed to 4 p.m. and eventually commenced over 15 minutes after the new time, beginning with an opening prayer led by the Vice President of the department, Mamadelo Christianah Adeola. According to the President of the department, Francis Fortunatus Ohacho, the Freshers’ Fair, including the debate session, was organized not only to welcome the new students but to integrate them into the academic and social system of the department. In his brief address, he acknowledged the panel of judges: Bethel Oreoluwa, an esteemed member of the OAU Debate Club; Olalere Zacheus, a postgraduate student and alumnus of the department; Fashina Taiwo, also an alumnus; Ojo-Fakuad...