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​ By Rose Orenuga To everyone out there 👇🏾 It's that time of the year again— the Ileya festival, one of the biggest celebrations in Islam. As we embark on this joyous occasion, let's take a moment to explore the seven types of students we often encounter during Ileya. The Social Media Observers These students are more interested in viewing their friends' Ileya pictures than focusing on their own studies. They meticulously analyze every detail, making comments and even saving screenshots for future memes or references. The "Send Me Beautiful Pictures" Geng  Count me in! This group is similar to the social media observers, but they actively seek out others' Ileya pictures so they can post them with extraordinary captions. The "Abaya and Aso Odun" Geng Amidst claims of financial constraints, these students somehow manage to acquire beautiful abayas and aso odun outfits. Their style is so captivating that you can't help but take notice. The "i...

​ By: Mojeed Kanyinsola In the life of every LASU student, there are numerous challenges that they wish to avoid. However, these challenges inevitably find their way into their lives, making them impossible to escape. Here are some of the common struggles faced by LASU students: Sapa: Sapa, meaning a severe lack of purchasing power, is the ultimate nemesis that every student encounters. It is a battle that cannot be avoided. However, there is one ally that comes to the rescue - garri. This humble saviour has saved many students from the clutches of Sapa. Billings: In LASU, students are bombarded with various payments from every direction. It feels like bills are coming at them from left, right, front, back, and centre. This constant stream of bills is unavoidable and adds to the financial burden of students. Debit alerts: One of the greatest fears of every student is receiving debit alerts. It's a rollercoaster ride where one moment you feel like a rich kid, and the next moment you...

By ​ Kareem Jumai Ohiza On Thursday, June 22, 2022, the Lagos State University (LASU) concluded its 26th convocation and commemorated its 40th anniversary by awarding doctorate degrees (PhD), distinguished professorships, and honorary doctorate degrees at the Buba Marwa Auditorium, LASU, Ojo. In her opening speech, the Vice Chancellor, Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji Bello, mni, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the esteemed guests and announced the names of the distinguished recipients. She emphasized the occasion's symbolic significance as a moment of fulfillment and pride for the students who have demonstrated outstanding character and learning and are set to receive the highest academic degree conferred by the university.  Furthermore, she acknowledged the impactful contributions of LASU to Lagos State's human capital development, “Regardless of the challenges of the past, LASU has fulfilled the vision of its founding fathers to provide Lagos State with the required human capital...

​ Ajayi Samiat Oluwatimilehin  During a press conference held to discuss the pre-convocation activities, Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, the Vice Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU), pledged to award a sum of ₦500,000 to the best graduating student in the history of LASU, as part of the institution's 40th-anniversary celebration. The announcement was made during the first day of the pre-convocation activities, where Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, the Vice Chancellor, introduced LASU's overall best graduating student, Yusuf Aminat Imoitesemeh from the Faculty of Law. Yusuf's outstanding academic performance, attaining a remarkable CGPA of 5.00, earned her the distinction of being the overall best  graduating student for the 2021/2022 academic session and in the University's history. Furthermore, the 26th convocation ceremony will be a special two-in-one program commemorating both the 2020/2021 and 2021/2022 academic sessions, as well as celebrating the unive...

​by Similoluwa Sharon The last time I wrote to you about LASU MEN was when I penned the infamous article titled "Letter To Ladies: In Everything You Do, Avoid Fine LASU Boys." That piece of writing marked the beginning of my six-month hiatus from the enticing world of LASU men. However, as fate would have it, curiosity got the better of me, and I found myself yearning for a new experience and an update on the LASU men situation. Little did I know that this decision would lead me on a hilariously absurd journey, teaching me a valuable lesson on why being a side chick was not in the cards for me. It all unfolded on a sunny day at the bustling Arcade, where I sat engrossed in my work at a cosy restaurant table. Thursday, June 1, 2023, was the date, and I couldn't wait for the week to be over. The days had been a whirlwind of rushing from one class to another, from one meeting to the next. Just as I was about to join a Google Meet meeting, a tall and confident guy approached ...

​ By Kehinde Akintan On Friday, May 26, 2023, the Lagos State University (LASU) held a comprehensive orientation program for the 2022 Modular Year of its Sandwich Degree Programme. The event which  took place at the Buba Marwa Auditorium, Ojo campus, Lagos was organised to acquaint and acclimate the recently enrolled students with the university's cultural values, rules, and guidelines. In his welcome address, the Dean of the Faculty of Education emphasized the institution's unwavering dedication to providing exceptional education for all its students. He reaffirmed the university's commitment, stating, "Our priority is to ensure that our students receive a quality education. and we have put in place highly qualified academic staff and well-equipped non-academic staff to support this endeavor. We are dedicated to helping students develop into responsible, educated, and well-rounded individuals." As the event progressed, Prof. Adejuwon A. Adeneye, the Director of t...

​ By Prosper Adegun   The esteemed group of skilled orators from Lagos State University, known as the "LASU Debate Society," recently arranged a four-day excursion dedicated to enhancing public speaking skills. The trip, held in Badagry, aimed to equip participants with improved speaking abilities and boost their confidence levels. The retreat commenced on Thursday, 18th, 2023, with a social session led by Agosu Seide, a Law student and Public Speaking Coach. During this session, the participants had the opportunity to connect with one another and get acquainted. On Day 2 of the event, the participants had the chance to learn about various aspects of public speaking. Coach Ehrwu provided insights into content creation, Coach Victory shared expertise in spoken word, and Coach Tolu conducted a session on British Parliamentary Debate. Continuing with the retreat, Coach Kiah, widely recognized as the "Beast of Public Speaking," took the stage on Day 3 to discuss "t...