Zik hall LnD Expels Omotayo Ajibola, Appoints Interim President

By Maestro

In an emergency meeting called by Chiziterem Ogbonna (Chizzy), the immediate past President of Zik Hall Literary and Debating Society on Friday, 28^th of April at exactly 10pm, Chizzy announced the expulsion of Omotayo Ajibola from the L&D and the appointment of Tijani Abdulkabeer, the General Secretary of the society, as the interim President.

The meeting which dragged into the wee hours of the morning saw in attendance all members of the Zik Hall L&D with the discussion touching on the misconducts of the Omotayo during his time in office.

Recall that in a news report on the 28^th of April, 2023 by Zik Press, it was revealed that Tayo had announced that Zik Hall would not be showing up for the semifinal rounds of Jaw war against Bello citing reasons including that he was indisposed to speak at the event as the first speaker.

During the emergency meeting which took place at C Block reading room, Chizzy revealed that Tayo’s decision to pull out of the semifinals was not due to him being ‘indisposed’, but probably out

Chizzy also revealed that he had persuaded Tayo that his decision to pull out was not sensible. He also said that he encouraged Tayo to keep on internalizing, and that he (Tayo) should also put a call through him back in ten minutes time, which Tayo never did. He said all his efforts to reach Tayo after the call proved futile.

He further explained that the real reason Tayo dropped his speech few hours to the competition was because he wanted to keep his image and reputation as opposed to the embarrassment of an imperfect delivery. What he failed to consider was that the going on with the decision to pull out would sabotage the image of the Hall and put in vain the sacrifices of speakers in previous rounds of Jaw War and other members of the L&D who had participated in the process.

It was further disclosed that Omotayo had been trailing a path of irresponsibility since preparations for Jaw War began. It was revealed that Omotayo would call for Jaw War preparatory meetings but would be absent citing reasons that he had personal engagements that were clashing with the meeting time. In the circumstance, Chizzy, the former President had had to step in for him, chairing the meetings and working on speeches. However, there were more sordid details on Omotayo’s misconducts.

It was revealed that Tayo was never a legitimate president of Zik L & D, because Chizzy, being the former president of the society did not officially hand over to him. While he was being considered for the position, “Tayo announced himself as the president”, he said.

AbdulKabeer, the General Secretary of the society and the newly installed interim president, speaking at the meeting, said Tayo’s decision to pull out of Jaw War was a unilateral one, and not a decision taken by the society’s executive council. He exposed that Omotayo had, without any member’s consent, sent a letter to TLDS, informing them of the Hall’s withdrawal from Jaw war. On the possibility of Zik L&D facing sanctions from TLDS for the ‘stunt’ pulled, he said the situation has been rectified. 

“The point is we eventually showed up despite the president’s statement. What that means is that the society is greater than the president and as such the letter does not stand. Very soon, we will be sending out a press release to communicate the real issue to the general public. And we will equally be sending a letter of disclaimer to the TLDS Leadership” he explained.

To salvage the situation yesterday, a senior member of the L & D, Oloyede Samson (Samson Law), and the Hall’s IPM, Adeniji Uthman (Yamburger) decided to fill the gap of both the first and second speaker respectively by delivering their speeches at the semifinal round.

Speaking with Samson, he explained to us that he had been having prior discussions with Chiziterem about Tayo’s bad leadership, and were already talking about his removal as the president. About his reasons for taking of speaking at the semifinal round, he stated that the image of the Hall was at stake.

“What about Zik Hall’s image? I was trying to bring it up that we can’t let it go; something had to be done. So, I’m offering myself, that if it’s for me take this thing and go and read it, I don’t mind” he remarked. Despite efforts to rescue the situation, Zik Hall fell short to Sultan Bello at the semifinal round and failed to book a spot for themselves in the final round.

It was however noted during the emergency meeting last night that Omotayo should face more sanctions due to his impenitence. It was revealed that after the decision to pull out of Jaw War was relayed to the L&D group on Thursday night, Omotayo locked the group evidently to prevent reactions.

However, Chizzy, being an admin on the group opened the group and sent a message calling for the emergency meeting by Friday 10pm after the semifinal round yesterday. The message stated that Omotayo and all L&D members must be present. It was revealed that Omotayo immediately left the group chat. To further affirm Omotayo’s show of impunity, Chizzy made it known that Omotayo kept posting memes on his WhatsApp status caring less whose ox was gored. It was therefore suggested that further punitive measures should be taken against him.

Jaw War: "We Won't be Showing for the Competition" - Omotayo Zik Hall L&D President

By Sailor

The President of the Nnamdi Azikiwe Hall Literary and Debating Society (L&D) announced on Thursday, 27th April 2023, the decision to withdraw from the ongoing Jaw War debating competition, ahead of its scheduled semi-final battle against Bello hall on Friday.

The L&D president, Omotayo Ajibola in a broadcast message posted on the society’s group gave reasons for the withdrawal from the competition. According to the message, Tayo was scheduled to speak in the long-desired semifinal round Zik Hall recently qualified for. The message reads;

“I would like to thank everyone for the support given to our speakers from the beginning of the Jaw War tournament. We have come this far, broken the jinx and surpassed expectations. We were so intentional about delivering quality speeches and jaw-dropping performance and they came to the fore.

It is consequent upon this that we again have written super winning speeches for the semi-finals. However, I’m sorry guys, we won’t be showing for the competition. It’s painful because we had awesome speeches and it was certainly ours to win. But one of our speakers, myself specifically, is too indisposed to attend the event.

The broadcast continued as follows “And given the situation on ground which is completely beyond our control, the excos, including myself, believe it is better to maintain the standard associated with our performance so far. Today, we are not capable of maintaining that standard, hence, our decision.

You can still attend Jaw war. I’m sure it would be instructive for aspiring public speakers in terms of knowing what to do and what not to do. Once again, sorry for the inconvenience”.

In a chat with the supposed second speaker, Bodunde Ebenezer, popularly known as ‘Speaking Eben’, he voiced his disappointment on the decision to pull out of the competition, lamenting the fact that they had put in too much time and energy in getting to this stage of the competition. In his words, he said when he saw the message, he was in awe for two reasons; he finish writing his speech yesterday and he has been trying his best to internalize the speech. He stated, “I have done a lot of things. I could not sleep, I woke up as early as 2am to internalize this speech, because I don’t want to disappoint. I picked up this thing because I wanted us to boost our scores. I couldn’t imagine going there to just flop and it is just a three minute speech”.

Eben voicing his frustration about not knowing of the plans to pull out of the competition, stated further

“He (Tayo) had this thing in mind and he didn’t even tell me, the supporting speaker, which is very bad. He didn’t tell me anything, he didn’t carry me along. Another thing is if we knew we were pulling out of the semi-finals why did we go through all those stress for quarter-finals? What we did for quarter-finals was crazy, we had only two days , we wrote a speech edited it waited overnight to edit it, and memorize the speech. We put a lot of sacrifice for the quarter finals and only for you to tell me that after everything we did in the quarter-finals you are backing out”.

The L&D President’s decision to withdraw turns out to be antithetic to his past positions concerning Jaw War where he had consistently relayed to the Zik Press that Zik hall will win Jaw War. The Nnamdi Azikiwe Hall L&D society has had a fruitful outing in the ongoing jaw war competition so far, with their qualification for the semi-finals breaking a long-standing quarterfinal jinx in past editions.

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Situation report on Haji’s A4 Constituency

By Thunder Balogun

The floor representative of the topmost floor in the Freshers’ block (A4) is Wasiu Ajibola popularly known as Haji. Some of his floor members were approached and interviewed on his activeness as the floor representative. This report details their comments including the response of the floor rep to some of the issues raised.

Is Haji really familiar with his floor members?

 Some floor members said they know him very well because he relates well with them while some said they don’t really know him. A particular floor member said he prefered to relate with floor members living close to him rather than relating with everybody equally. Another floor member confirmed he hasn’t even seen him this semester. In response to this, Haji said” One thing is certain, I can’t see everything that is going on the floor, it is those I see that I will attend to and I don’t think it has ever happened that they brought complaints to me and I don’t attend to it ”. He also said “for the guy that said he hasn’t seen me this semester is “cap”, because even those that aren’t on my floor, I have been to their rooms for one or two reasons”.

The challenges of power supply

A4 constituency has experienced some challenges with power supply. The floor members however commended the floor rep on how he has handled the issue Nonetheless, there were still complaints from a particular room (A66) that hasn’t been illuminated since the beginning of the session. The occupants of the room said the room hasn’t been illuminated since the beginning of the session but there is power supply to their wall sockets to charge their appliances. The room occupants said they have made several complaints to the floor rep but nothing has been done till now. Haji told them it is a major fault which cannot be easily fixed. The room occupants also consulted an electrician that was fixing a general electrical fault on the floor and he also said the same thing. The floor rep responded by saying “when the fault happened, I attended to it and made complaints at the porters lodge and after that, the electrician came to attend to it but he attended to general faults because there was a time the whole floor didn’t have light and we all know how things work in UI, it is not possible for UI electricians to come and attend to a single room particularly and it is not as if light is not in their room, it is just that light is not reaching their lampholders but their sockets are working perfectly well ”.

FREQUENT BLOCKAGE OF THE URINARY DRAINAGE

The floor members also complained that the urinary drainage is frequently blocked leading to the accumulation of urine which does not bode well for the health of zikites living on the floor. The floor members hope the floor rep pays more attention to this. Haji responded by saying “the number of issues about the urinary drainage is that the path they made for it is too small so any little substance would block it easily. Secondly had it been our cleaners are effective, such won’t be happening but reverse is the case and most of them (floor members) are the ones pouring waste food to the pathway which is not meant to be. Personally, I had cleared the urinary drainage countless times and it is only when I see that I can do it. I seek for help for the cleaners.”

TORN WINDOW NETS

Some members also complained about their torn window nets which has exposed them to harsh weather conditions and harmful insects. There was a day a bee chased a particular resident of the floor out of his room due to torn window nets. He had to wait for some minutes before entering the room again. The floor rep responded that “All I did was to take notes of affected areas and after that, I went to Porters lodge to tell them all I saw.”

A Nosedive into the Tenure of Dibia as the Floor Representative of A3 Constituency

By Maestro

There are diversities of democracies in the world, but for a democracy to be truly democratic, there are some ingredients that are sacrosanct, in which one is accountability. Accountability is necessary in a democracy so as to keep track of the performance of elected leaders.

To uphold the accountability in Zik’s democracy, ZHPO sent out her reporters to examine the performances of the floor representatives. This reporter set out to make some inquiries about the floor representative of A3 constituency. To create a balanced report, he met with five different people to quiz them about the performance of the A3 constituency floor representative in person of Dibia Marc-Ernest, a 200 level student of Human Kinetics.

The floor representatives are the legislative members of the hall as culled from the Nnamdi Azikwe Constitution. Chapter (4), section (20) subsection (8) of the constitution states that “each member of the (legislative) council shall be responsible for the well-being and complaints of members of his constituency”. In light of this, Dibia also functions as the deputy speaker of the present Zik Hall Legislative Council.

His performance as a floor representative has been assessed on the following metrics: the extent of his knowledge on his floor by his floor members, how accessible and available he has been to complaints on issues on his floor, and how he has been handling the maintenance of facilities on his floor.

How familiar is Dibia on His floor?

All the persons interviewed relayed to this reporter how familiar Dibia is as the floor representative. One of the respondents, Shalom (not real name) stated: “We communicate a lot. He is my friend. We have gone out to events, I don follow am go some places. I don’t really know him very well. I sha know he is friendly. He is someone you can go to with problems”

Another respondent who pleaded to have his identity withheld said he knows Dibia quite well but does not know him as the floor representative.

Also, another said he (Dibia) is not easily accessible because they stay on wings apart on the floor, although, he responds to issues on the floor appropriately.

How Responsive and Accessible Is He?

In terms of responsiveness, four of the respondents had positive things to say about him. However, one of them opined differently, as he mistook Fadaca (the incumbent Hall Secretary) as the floor representative of the floor due to his active reactions concerning issues on the floor.

A uniform story almost all the respondents relayed to us was the insistent issue of power cuts on the floor in the past few days.

One of them, who also prefers to hide his identity, said that in situations where there has been power outages on the floor, the Hall’s IPM, Adeniji Uthman, who also stays on the floor, and Fadaca, are the ones who respond the most, calling the necessary quarters for restoration of electricity power on the floor.

He narrated that “the fuse box has been short-circuiting”, but because Fadaca’s room, as opposed to Dibia’s, is in the part of the wing affected, the former has been mostly up and doing in this regards than Dibia.

In addition, one of the narrated his experience with theft on the floor and how Yamburger was the one who acted actively:

“On this floor, our room has been the room that has experienced the most issue of burglary, and during these periods, it’s always Yamburger we used to go and meet; let me say like 99 percent, it’s Yamburger”, he narrated.

His Attitude to Maintenance of Facilities?

The Nnamdi Azikwe Hall constitution in the same chapter (4), section (20), subsection (11), affirms that floor representatives “shall be responsible for the judicious use of the toilets, bathrooms, facilities on the floor and the floor of his constituency…”

While almost all of the respondents had similar things to say about Dibia’s responsiveness, their opinions about his maintenance of facilities differ.

Ayodele Lewis, a 100 level student of Microbiology, who is one of the people we approached feels Dibia is performing well in terms of maintenance of toilets and bathrooms. He explained to this reporter how Dibia allotted toilets to rooms, which he (Lewis) thinks will debar strangers from inappropriate use of the toilets.

One of them thinks the toilets smell badly but feels it is a general problem with toilets in Zik Hall generally.

Also, one of the anonymous respondents pointed to the fact that most of the bins are not actual bins, they are just buckets placed there by members of the floor to serve as makeshifts since there are no actual bins on the floor.

While they mostly had positive remarks about the toilets and bathrooms, they had contrasting opinion about the kitchenette, most especially, the washing hand-basin.“…but the kitchenette is mostly clogged”, said, one of them.  He also averred that he has never reported the issue of the washing hand-basin to the floor representative.

On the same issue, Lewis thinks it is mostly the faults of the users of the hand-basins for its deplorable state, as they pour food residue in them, which then blocks the pipes and prevents the free passage of waste water.

Lewis also stated that Dibia put cautious warning signs on washing basin. He however thinks he (Dibia) can level up by putting in place some close supervision to catch defaulters.

A meet with Dibia

Most of the opinions of the A3 floor members that Dibia represents were tabled before him and he had some things to say:

First, on the issue of power cuts that affected one wing on the floor, Dibia vindicated himself. He narrated to this reporter that he did not find out in time. According to him, most of the rooms on his floor put off their lights at night, so, he was unable to know when they had power cuts, and it was not proper for him to be entering the rooms, asking the reason why their room lights are out. He said he only got to know about the power issue after Yamburger informed him of it. He also explained that the persistence of the power issue was as a result of the school maintenance refusing to show up in time when he tabled his floor’s power issues to them.

Addressing the issue of the messy washing basins, he clarified that he frequently pleaded with the cleaners to wash it, but they mostly complain of the unavailability of soap. He also said that to aid his availability to floor issues, he created a whatsapp group for the floor, but despite his various attempts to strike conversations on the group, the responsiveness of his members on the group has always been nonchalant.

“He is very efficient” — B3 Constituency's Verdict on their Floor Rep, Elisha Ajiboye

By Sailor.

The residents of B3 constituency have given reviews of their floor representative, Hon. Elisha Ajiboye, the chief whip of the Nnamdi Azikiwe Hall Legislative Council, in a survey conducted by ZHPO on Friday 21, April, 2023.

In a random survey conducted by ZHPO, we conversed with five random occupants asking them about their awareness, relationship and effectiveness of their floor rep and what impact he has made on the floor. The respondents had majorly good things to say about the floor rep with many giving him a good rating in terms of his performance as the floor representative.

In terms of awareness, the five respondents were able to point out the identity of the floor representative, and share a good relationship with him. They unveiled how he has been able to add them into a common group which makes it easier for them to reach out to him about issues affecting the floor.

The first respondent talked about how Elisha have been able to oversee the running of the floor by creating a good relationship among floor members and creating a good rapport with members of the floor. He talked about how the floor rep has been able to manage issues surrounding electrical sockets and toilets, and although things are not at their utmost best, the respondent was able to absolve the floor rep from blames regarding the state of toilet and feces on the floor, stating that the floor members themselves have to do better in the way they use the facilities. On a scale of 1 to 10, he rated him 7 which can be seen as a pass mark.

The second respondent, affirmed his knowledge of his floor rep, and spoke highly about his relationship and effectiveness, stating that he does not waste time, whenever he is called upon to find solutions to problem that might arise on the floor. The respondent respondent rated him 7/10 on his performance as a floor rep.

The third respondent, also gave a favourable review about his awareness and effective relationship with the floor rep. On the issue of facilities such as sockets and light, he reiterated what the previous respondent said, also absolving him of blame, saying “he can only report” with respect to issues that require the intervention of the management. In his own part he gave him a rating of 8.5/10.

The fourth respondent, talked about the relationship between the floor rep and the floor members as nominal, given that he created a platform on which floor members can reach out to him on issues affecting the floor. He is of the opinion that the floor rep is trying his best and there are no complaints about  how he handles his duties. He also acknowledged the work of the floor rep in making the toilets more hygienic for use. He gave a rating of 7/10. The fifth respondent, also spoke highly of the floor rep and talked about how rapidly he responds to their complaints and issues on the floor. He gave him a rating of 8/10.

After getting the views of the floor members about the activities of their floor rep, ZHPO reached out to the floor representative himself, Elisha Ajiboye, who was happy about the positive reviews he got from his floor members and also gave insights into his activities and challenges he is facing in the process of discharging his duties as the floor rep.

In his own view, he said there have been a lot of challenges ranging from electricity, doors and toilets. He stated that on the issue of electricity, they have been able to acquire the help and services of Nanotechnology (a student electrician), who has come in handy in helping them resolve their electrical issues.

He also talked about the breaking of toilet doors by alien occupants from the upper floor who are reluctant to use their floor and would rather use the B3 toilets. He also shed more light on the despicable act of defecating on the floor of the bathroom and other areas around the floor. He also point out the problem of people smoking weed on the floor which he felt is related to the feces that they have been seeing around the floor.

Although he was given a good review by his floor members, Elisha says he tries as much as possible to keep the relationship professional and cordial in order to avoid situations that might lead to disrespect and tarnish their relationship as floor mates.

Jaw War: Zik Hall Breaks Jinx, Proceeds to Semifinals by the Skin of the Teeth

By Beatitude

In the quarterfinal round of Jaw War Awo Hall was pitted against Zik Hall in a battle of wits and eloquence. On April 20, 2023, Zik Hall faced off against Awo Hall in the highly anticipated Quarterfinals to battle for a slot in the semifinals, they both argued on the topic “Should Africa ignore the West’s call for a transition to renewable energy”. 

Awo Hall argued that Africa should embrace renewable energy because it is the way of the future. They pointed out that renewable energy is cheaper in the long run and can help to reduce poverty and inequality. They further claimed that the world is gradually moving away from fossil fuels and that African countries should not be left behind. 

Zik Hall, on the other hand, took a different stance. They argued that Africa should not blindly follow the West’s call for a transition to renewable energy. They pointed out that renewable energy is not yet as efficient as fossil fuels and that it may not be a viable option for many African countries. They also argued that the West has a history of imposing its ideas on Africa and that African countries should be free to choose their path and thread at a comfortable pace. 

Both halls presented compelling arguments to support their stand however, at the end of the debate, the judges awarded Zik Hall 68.75 points and Awo Hall 70.25 points. While Zik Hall lost the competition, many a zikite felt that the judging system was biased. They attributed the loss to partiality in the judging system. However, while interviewing Mr Tayo the Literary and debating president concerning the Judging process, he said “I’m not at liberty to really say whether there was partiality or not. Personally, I do have reservations about the whole thing. But then, I’ll pass”. 

However, the fact that Zik Hall made it to the semi-finals as the best loser is a significant achievement. This is the first time in recent history that Zik Hall would make it to this stage of the Jaw War Literary and debating competition. This however does not mean Zik hall has reached the promised land. The stakes are obviously higher in the semifinals scheduled to hold on Friday, and Zik hall’s opponent, Bello hall, will not go easy on Zik hall, having failed to qualify from the first round in the last two editions.

Gandoki’s B4: The Impressed and the Unimpressed

By Saint

The B4 constituency is represented by Rt. Hon. Samuel Igbareto a.k.a. Gandoki, the Speaker of the Zik Hall Legislative Council. Responses from his floor members comprised opinions of those who were impressed with his leadership and those who gave instances to buttress their opinions that he simply wasn’t doing enough.

Awareness

Israel in B58 responded affirmatively to his awareness of the identity of Gandoki as the floor rep for B4 constituency. Austin from B65 also corroborated this. When asked of Gandoki’s awareness as floor rep by members of the floor he said, “I don’t think you will ask anybody on this floor and even one person will say they don’t know Gandoki.” Baba Benji from B 67, Joshua from B68 and an occupant of B72 who prefers anonymity all gave affirmative responses to the awareness of Gandoki to his floor members.     

Accessibility

On accessibility, Israel (B58) said “on a scale of 100, I’ll give him 90.” Austin (B65) spoke glowingly of Gandoki’s accessibility by stating that “We did not need to approach him, he always come to us to see if there’s any issue. In fact, there was a time the roof in my room had issues ad he told the porter and they got it fixed. He used to go around and ask do you have any issue.” Baba Benji (B67) shared the same sentiment. He said, “The last time we had light issues on this floor, he went round to ask people that were affected. My room had socket issues but he came and he asked about it and go it fixed.” Joshua (B68) also commented positively. “Yes, he’s very reachable. When we had issues with our light he was always reporting to the porters” he said.

An occupant of B72 who craved anonymity however had a different opinion of Gandoki’s accessibility. He said, “If we should call him he will act as if he wants to show but later he won’t. When our light was not working perfectly we reached out to him as the floor rep. He was like I will help you tell someone, for like three days, I will help you. He’ll say we should wait for him that he is going to get back to us. After almost a week I had to go to the porters myself to lodge my complaint.”

Maintenance of Facilities

Israel (B58) was again affirmative on Gandoki’s activeness in the maintenance of facilities. Austin (B65) provided some instances where Gnadoki made maintenance efforts on his floor. “When we resumed, he tried allotting. He told us to contribute but I guess people did not contribute so everything just died down” he said. Austin further added that, “Although at a point all the toilets were padlocked but later people broke the padlocks and messed the place up.” Baba Benji (B67) said, “This is Nnamdi Azikiwe hall. He has been trying his best but there are still some goats among us. He has been trying his best, even in the kitchenette with proper monitoring he has been able to keep the place clean.”

Joshua (B68) was however not impressed with Gandoki’s maintenance efforts. He remarked, “The toilets on this floor are so bad so I can’t say he is maintaining them effectively.” The anonymised occupant of B72 shared Joshua’s thoughts. He said, “To me I’ll say he is not working enough as a floor rep. If you notice it’s only this wing that we don’t have external lights. And also our toilet is really bad and smelly. I am not impressed at all”

Gandoki’s Reply

Gandoki, B4’s floor rep and Speaker of the House reacted to the opinions voiced by his floor members. With regards to the light issue, he said, “Whenever the light has issues I make reports to the porter’s lodge almost immediately. If you check the electrical record at the porter’s lodge you will notice this and I do follow ups too. And I try to explain to them to bear with me but they think that I am the one that will come and fix it. Some of them understand while some of them don’t. I try as much as possible to let them see that it’s not my fault because what I am supposed to do is report at the porter’s lodge and do a follow up.”

“About the messy toilet, even if I am trying my best some people, I don’t know if they are my floor members or not, they’ll make sure that the toilet are messy. There was a particular day that I got into the toilet and I found three toilets unflushed. I made sure I personally flushed them all. Another challenge is that the toilet doors are bad. And since resumption I told the Hall Warden personally. On the left wing only three doors are in good condition. My initial plan was to get them (floor members) to contribute money to buy padlocks but because of the bad doors that could not work. And the cleaners are always complaining. Some of them will defecate and put it in nylons or dustbins and there is water.”

Akande Kudu’s C1: “His Performance as a Floor Rep to us is Zero”

By Beatitude

Nnamdi Azikwe has over the years been seen as the standard of what a hall of residence should be in the University of Ibadan. Like most halls of residence, Zik Hall is managed by a student leaders including the members of the legislative council who are floor representatives. The Floor Representative is responsible for the management of the floor’s facilities, including the Kitchenette, toilet, bathroom, waste disposal, and more so, building cordial relationship with floor members.

This report is a bid to critique the effectiveness and leadership of Akande Kudus, the Floor Representative for the ground floor of C-Block. While interviewing some of his floor members by a ZHPO correspondent, handful of the floor members complained that the Floor Representative is not active, and they don’t even know who he is.

They expressed their dissatisfaction with the maintenance of the Kitchenette, toilet, and bathroom, stating that they are often dirty and not well-maintained. A floor member who insisted to remain anonymous said “I know him in person but he doesn’t seem to be effective in the maintenance of the floor’s facilities.” Additionally, another floor member, Hussein together with his roommates disclosed “We don’t even know if we have a floor rep but if we do, his performance as a floor rep to us is zero”.

On the other hand, some of the floor members acknowledged that the Floor Representative is trying his best, but his efforts are not good enough. They mentioned that the Floor Representative needs to be more proactive in the management of the floor’s facilities, especially in keeping the Kitchenette, toilet, and bathroom clean and well-maintained.

However, some of the floor members had positive feedback about the Floor Representative. They mentioned that he is always there to help when there’s a blackout on the floor. They stated that the Floor Representative takes it upon himself to ensure that the floor members are comfortable and that their needs are met during a blackout. One of the floor members, Timothy said “whenever there is a blackout you would see him running helter-skelter to proffer solution, he’s always there to help”.

Moreover, while interviewing the floor rep, Akande Kudus, pertaining the critical responses from his floor members, he said “when it comes to serving a mass of people one cannot be fully perfect, it’s much expected that some would give kudos and some would give awful responses even when one is giving more than his best to the service.” He further disclosed that “Those that said they don’t know me must have not been staying in Zik well enough because I check-up on all the floor members often by paying them a quick visit in their rooms, I also single-handedly bought a  bulb to the floor and I’m planning of getting more to illuminate the whole floor”.

It is important to note that managing a floor with numerous students can be challenging, and the Floor Representative’s role is vital in ensuring that the floor’s facilities are well-managed and maintained. However, it is also important for the Floor Representative to be proactive, listen to the floor members’ complaints and suggestions, and take appropriate actions to address them.

The effectiveness and management of the Floor Representative in the ground floor of C-Block have been evaluated by the responses of the floor members. While some have expressed their dissatisfaction with the management of the floor’s facilities, others have acknowledged the Floor Representative’s efforts in ensuring that the floor members are comfortable. It is important for the Floor Representative to be proactive, listen to the floor members’ complaints and suggestions, and take appropriate actions to address them. With proper management, the floor can be a comfortable and conducive place for the floor members to live in.

Thrashing Bragging Queenites, Zik Hall Proceeds to Jawwar’s quarter-finals

By Beatitude

Securing their place in the quarter-finals, Zik Hall emerged victorious over Queens Hall in both legs of the first round of Jaw War. In the highly anticipated first leg, Queens Hall faced off against Zik Hall to discuss the controversial topic “Corporal punishment should be banned among school-age children”. The topic of corporal punishment is a sensitive one that elicited strong arguments from both sides. While Queenites argued that physical punishment is an effective way to instill discipline, Zikites firmly believed that it is an outdated and cruel method that should be done away with entirely.

Bodunde Ebenezer well-known as Speaking Eben, one of Zik hall’s debaters, argued that while corporal punishment may seem effective in the short run, it can lead to lasting psychological damage for children, adding that “there are better ways to discipline children than through physical abuse.” Tijani, the second speaker for Zik Hall, continued the argument by pointing out the continued use of corporal punishment in some Nigerian schools despite being banned in other countries. He opined that “Nigeria must join the global community in prohibiting corporal punishment to ensure the safety and well-being of students.”

The second leg of the first round tackled the issue of online piracy in developing countries. Queens Hall argued for while Zik hall argued against the motion. In the first leg of the competition, Zik Hall scored 65% while Queens Hall trailed behind with 59%. The second leg saw Zik Hall’s representatives take the lead once again, with a score of 65.5% compared to Queens Hall’s 56.43%. The lump sum score for the two legs was Zik Hall at 65.25% and Queens Hall at 57.7%.

While Queenites muffled words and rattled jaws like the wheel of a moving train, Zik Hall representatives did not only converse eloquently, cognitively and convincingly but won without seeing Queenites as serious contenders, their arguments were well-oiled and delivered with confidence. Zikites also weighed in on Zik hall’s victory in the first round.Banting on twitter a Zikite teased, “The boasting Queenites later bowed to pay obeisance to the King of Baluba kingdom.”

Zikites, proudly sporting their hall crests, showed up in large numbers to support their representatives, SpeakingEben and Tijani, and to shower them with encomiums. The victory for Zik Hall was hard-earned and well-deserved and they’ll no doubt carry this momentum into the upcoming quarter-finals.

Two Clean Sheets in a Row as Baluba Lions Defeats Tedder and FATSSA in Friendly Matches

By Thunder Balogun and Jerry

The Baluba lions proved once again that they are truly the undisputed UI sport king as they kept two clean sheets win in a row against Tedder hall and the Faculty of the Social Sciences Students Association. This came as a fulfillment of one of the promises made by Jamiu Kareem, the sport minister in his manifesto which is the first plan stated. He said “If elected, in a bid to solidify the glory of the hall as the undisputed UI sport king, I look forward to organizing a sport tour in which Zikites engage other hall of residence in selected sporting activities. This would come carried out as soon as the next academic session starts. It would serve as a means of preparation for the sportsmen against inter-hall competition”.

BALUBA LIONS VS TEDDER HALL

     On the first of April, 2023, the Baluba Lions played against Tedder hall. The official kickoff time was 9:30am but the match started late around past 11am because Tedder hall players showed up late. The match ended 1 nil in favour of the Baluba Lions. In the lead up to the goal, the zik hall team switched to a high press attack giving J. Kareem the opportunity to have the ball, he accurately passed the ball to Bunkunmi who later converted the chance putting Zik hall in the lead. The Tedder hall attack couldn’t match Zik hall’s defensive instinct as they were unable to break the defence to ensure that a clean sheet was kept.

     After the match, the Sports Minister was approached by a Zik Press correspondent on the officiating. He said “There was no wrong call, the officiating was fair enough”. He also assured that zikites should expect more sporting activities this semester.

BALUBA LIONS VS FATSSA

     On the 10^th of April, the Baluba lions played against the Faculty of the Social Sciences Students Association. The match started around 5:58pm. Like the match against Tedder hall, Zik hall won by one goal to nil. The goal which was scored from the spot was due to a foul committed by a FATSSSA player in the box-18 which made the refree call for a penalty. Afo scored the penalty as the goalkeeper couldn’t beat his mind games. It was also noted that Afo missed an empty net in the first half after the goal keeper was successfully destabilized by the attacking prowess of our forwards but Afo couldn’t seal the chance. The pressure of the attack from the opposition team was successfully doused off by Zik hall’s defenders as they have kept 2 clean sheets in a row.

It is hoped that the Baluba Lions keep up this winning streak into inter-hall football competition coming up later in the semester.

The Animals that are Less Equal than Others: Tales of C Blockites

By Maestro

On Thursday, 6^th of April, a whatsapp user, @Webster, shared the picture of an average-sized monitor lizard to the official Zik Hall whatsapp group, Issues Affecting Zik Hall, which was sighted around C Block. It is no news that the condition of living in the hall is not optimal, but when we speak of C Block, Napoleon’s quote in George Orwell’s Animal Farm comes to mind: “all animals are equal but some animals are more equal than the others.” Napoleon has in mind to tell other animals that the equality of all animals is not disputed, but despite the equalities, there still inhere some measures of inequalities.

Demography of C Blockites

In the accommodation allocation system that Zik Hall has practiced in the past two years at least, it is evident that there are barely freshmen on the block. Majority of C Blockites are stalites and finalists who did not get accommodated in the finalists’ D Block. It is not misplaced to say that stalites are the last to be considered where accommodation is concerned, and in this minute consideration, they majorly get the least share of the divide. This is so because of the understandable preference for fresh students, who get automatic consideration for accommodation, same as finalists. On the other hand, the few stalites who find their way to get a corner in Zik, they mostly end up in C Block.

State of Facilities in C Block

In the buildup to this piece, this reporter can categorically state that there are better toilets in both A block and B block when compared to C Block’s. Most of the toilet doors in A block and B block are mostly locked, making it hardly accessible to non-occupants of these blocks. This measure is mostly been used by floor representatives to take proper care of the toilets on their floor, making it easy to nip those who use the toilets improperly. Replicating this in most of the toilets in C Block is almost impossible due to the fact that most of the doors are damaged.

Even non-Zikites would attest to the bad state of the toilets despite not been occupants in the hall. An Idiate, Awoite or a Katangite who mostly use Zik as their route to class, can state the state of the toilet that they pass by in C Block on their way to class by the strong stench that oozes from the ground floor toilet on the walkway. To further affirm this fact, a finalist in D Block expressed that C Blockites are the ones who mostly use their (D Block) facilities. Why would they want to use a toilet not on their block if not that theirs are not in good conditions?

Broken Sewer Pipes

From an occupant of the ground floor of C Block who pleaded anonymity, he averred that, “The condition of the ground floor especially is so bad as the smell that comes from behind the gutter is so annoying and we complained through the Google form sometimes ago, and yet nothing was done about that. Even the bathroom on the ground floor isn’t in a good condition too but nothing has been done about all of theses issues.”

Apart from the gutter that stenches unpleasantly, another cause of bad odor is the broken sewerage pipe at the back of the block that is stationed to pass feces from the toilet to the sealed pit. The pipe has been damaged at its end for some months, disconnecting it from the pit, making the feces drop on top of the pit which leads to occasional odor that takes over the atmosphere for a persistent amount of time. It should be noted that some health hazards of human contact with exposed feces can cause cholera, jaundice amongst other diseases.

Reptiles creeping into rooms

A former occupant in one of the rooms on the ground floor relayed to ZHPO correspondent that he once found a large reptile in his room, which most probably had found its way into the room from the broken window net. This story further validates the aforementioned picture of the monitor lizard shared on the Hall’s whatsapp group. The bush behind the ground floor is large enough to be a breeding ground for these beasts. Thankfully, the efforts put into clearing these bushes will go a long way in reducing such hazards in C block. However, it is important to take measures to ensure that the living conditions of the occupants are not further hampered.

In light of these multi-faceted C block challenges, it is highly necessary for appropriate quarters to intervene in the improvement of the block’s conditions. Floor representatives, the health minister and other stakeholders should lobby for these interventions before avoidable harm is occasioned. Equally, campaigns and measures to effect proper maintenance of facilities by the block’s occupants is needed now more than ever. A maintenance culture complemented by effective interventions in revamping the facilities will doubtlessly resolve the infrastructural challenges of living in C block.  

Breaking Zik Hall's Jaw War Jinx: An Herculean Task for the Unfazed L and D President

If you have been a Uite for the past five sessions, you would have attended at most four editions of Jaw War. That is if the public speaking frenzy in UI has caught up with you. But if you are a Zikite, there is a high likelihood that you have not attended beyond the quarterfinal stages of the editions you’ve attended.

This assumption is not without reason. In the past four editions, Zik hall has consistently faced a brick wall in the quarterfinal stages of Jaw War. And since the average Zikite attendant at Jaw War goes to support Baluba kingdom, there is hardly any point showing up after Zik hall crashes out.

A little bit of history is necessary here. In this session’s Jaw War, Zik hall faced Queens hall in the first round. But it wasn’t the first time in recent memory that the Queenites will go toe to toe with us. In 2017, Zik hall was tied with Queens hall in the first round. It took the immaculate effort of Asudemade Habeebullah, who has once been tagged by campus media as the crowd’s favourite among UI public speakers, and Awe Tomisin for Zik hall to qualify as the best loser into the quarterfinal round after being resoundingly thrashed by Queens hall in the first and second leg. Unfortunately we went on to face the Queenites again in the quarterfinal and it was the same story.

The following year, under the leadership of Asudemade Habeebullah, we went against Indy hall and we knocked out our close rival in the first round. On qualifying to the next round, Tedder hall terminated our journey that year, and yet again the quarterfinal was our quagmire.

The following year, the L and D roused again, this time led by Awe Tomisin. Once more we were tied against Queens hall. Smarting from the wounds of the triad of defeats back in 2017, the combinations of Bodunde Ebenezer and Olatunji Vincent in the first leg, and Asudemade Habeebullah and Ogbonna Chiziterem in the second leg, ensured that Queens hall got an early exit from Jaw War 2019.

But yet again, we met our waterloo in the quarterfinal round against ABH. Scenes where our first speaker forgot his speech at the Social Sciences LLT in the face of torchlights from the audience’s phones to light up the venue due to a power outage still haunts the memory of Zik hall’s L and D members.

Skipping 2020 for obvious reasons, Zik hall L and D proceeded into Jaw War 2021 with Chiziterem Ogbonna as its head. In one of the most controversial first rounds of the hall category in Jaw War’s recent history, trailed by poor sound systems and inconsistent judging of speeches, we dramatically beat Bello hall, acclaimed the stronghold of public speaking in UI (hardly so today). This was until a day after, when the results were reversed. We however ventured on after Bello L and D unceremoniously pulled out of Jaw War. Facing ABH again in the quarterfinals, history repeated itself and we capitulated.

At this point, the jinx was confirmed. Jaw War’s quarterfinal is the best of Zik hall’s L and D. One might even wonder why our first round opponents don’t use this trend against us in Jaw War banters. Considerably, this trend has informed the spite against Zik hall’s public speaking competence and dismissive projections about Zik hall’s fate in Jaw War.

But has Zik hall’s public speaking state always been this way? Until 2018, Zik hall had always hosted its own public speaking programme tagged “Clash of Sages”, like Bello hall’s “Armoury of Words”, Tedder hall’s “King of the Podium” and Idia hall’s “Clash of Divas.” Our Clash of Sages was so pronounced that it featured inter-varsity debates and was held at Trenchard, an enviable feat by one constituency of TLDS.

Apart from this, Zik hall’s events used to be customarily spiced by public speaking. Fresher’s welcome featured public speaking, hall weeks included inter-hall debates. In fact the L ad D itself held in-house competitions to prep its new recruits for inter-hall outings. During Awe Tomisin’s regime in 2019, intra-hall debate competitions were held including an in-house competition and an inter-floor debate.

Today, there is a noticeable decline in Zik hall’s public speaking life. The L and D no longer features in the hall’s events. An instance was during the tradition week organized by the Executive Council that included a debate that never happened. In-house competitions are a thing of the past and a once renown signature event of the L and D, Clash of Sages, has become a Zik hall relic that is hardly remembered.

It is therefore incongruous that in spite of Zik hall’s infamous trend at Jaw War the incumbent L and D President remains unfazed with his persistent declaration that we will win the keenly contested competition. Perhaps the herculean nature of bringing this to fruition is not fully appreciated. The hall’s public speaking life lacks the vitality it once exudes. Public speaking events leading up to Jaw War as a preparatory process never occurred. Throw in the fact that other constituencies that we might face like Tedder and Awo are UI’s public speaking giants. How confident then should the L and D president be?

On Thursday, Zik hall will take on the task of breaking its 4 year-old Jaw War quarterfinal jinx. Habeebullah attempted it in 2018, Tomisin tried it in 2019, Chiziterem ventured in 2021. In 2023 it is Ajibola Omotayo’s turn.

ZIk Hall's Congress Postponed indefinitely

By Edun

The Executive Council of the Nnamdi Azikiwe Hall of Residence has indefinitely postponed her congress due to the inability to form a quorum. The congress which was slated to hold on Saturday 15th of April, 2023 couldn’t hold because of the very low turnout of Zikites which prompted the hall’s executives to postpone the congress.

While declaring the postponement, the Hall Chairman, Mr. Soladoye-Adewole Moriselade appreciated the few that turned out for the congress and also stated the importance of the Congress before it was postponed. “…As we all know, congress is the highest decision-making body in the hall where every Zikite can be able to express their views on any issue of concern in the hall. This is why congress was called in other to address some issues of general concern. But as we have seen it, this congress will not be able to hold because the constitution provides for at least 100 people to be in the congress before a quorum can be formed. I hereby postpone this congress to another time which will be communicated to all Zikites later”, he declared.

In his comments to shed more light on the matter, the speaker of Nnamdi Azikiwe Hall Legislative Council, Mr. Igbaoreto Samuel, also explained that the congress was postponed due to the inability to form a constitutional quorum and also explains what the congress was intended for. “The congress was called by the Hall Chairman with the intention of presenting Zikites that are aspiring for different executive positions and other arms outside the hall (faculty and departmental levels) excluding the SU level to all Zikites to support them and also just to know the areas that Zikites wants the executives to look into”, he explained. He also assured all Zikites that the congress will later hold very soon.

Low Turn Out of Students in Zik Hall Tutorials: Exploring Two Sides of a Coin

By Ibn Yahweh

The Executive committee, Nnamdi Azikwe Hall, in a bid to help students in their academics organized tutorials for students. However, there’s been a low turn out of students in the tutorial despite the publicity it received. ZHPO explores the reasons for the low turn out of students in the tutorials.

ZHPO reached Fabiyi Caled (Fadaca), the Secretary of the hall and the chairman of the academic committee in charge of organizing tutorials. He had this to say when asked of what prompted the tutorial by the Executive committee, “Well, tutorials organization is a part of the culture of the hall aimed at ensuring academic excellence, most especially for freshers. So, keeping up with the culture is not something that needs a prompt, it is our duty.”

However, Fadaca added that the low turn out of students hasn’t been encouraging despite the publicity invested in it. In his words, “Well, the first semester was just there, we worked very hard to get tutors. But at the end of the day, a very small proportion of Zikites showed up. For the second semester, we are facing the same problem; people are not showing up despite the numerous efforts concentrated on publicity. It’s not encouraging both for us making the efforts and the volunteer tutors who sacrificed their time.

Fadaca cites lack of interest as part of the reasons for the low number of student showing up for tutorials when asked reasons for the low turnout. According to Fadaca, “I can’t say. It might be that they are not interested or they have other means of overcoming their academic challenges.” On what can be done to remedy the anomaly, Fadaca stated that the Executive committee will keep investing efforts in doing what it can for students. In his words, “Well. At this stage, I don’t know what’s left to motivate them with, the semester is fast moving toward the end. All we will do is just still intensify publicity, I have spoken to some of them and it seems they prefer peer-to-peer assistance. Nevertheless, we’ll keep putting in the effort to do what we can do, and whoever wants to take advantage of it will do.”

In addition to the conversation with Fadaca, ZHPO reached out to a number of students to know their views on the tutorials, if they attended or not and reasons. A student of the department of Basic Medical Sciences (BMS)who pleaded anonymity stated the tutorials were a way of helping students in their academics and a good one. In his words, “It’s a good move. A good thing to at least help students in their academics in one way or the other.” When asked if he has been attending the tutorials, he said “No” and citedreasons ranging from clashing classes, tight schedules and even work on weekends to finding a balance. According to him, “….because of my clashing classes, even my weekly schedules like I’m still finding ways to balance it. In addition, he stated that, “You need personal study at times and one thing about tutorials is…you attend. You’ll feel like this part you’re about to treat today, I understand it. This isn’t where I’m having problems…” It’s worthy to note that familiarity with certain courses is a one the reasons students don’t turn up for the tutorials.

ZHPO reached out to another resident of the Nnamdi Azikwe Hall. An undergraduate of the Religious studies department who also pleaded anonymity. He stated he has no problem with the tutorials organized for students when asked for his views on the tutorials. “I really don’t have issues with the tutorials organized by the Executive committee for students.” He said. He further added, “….I just observed that the tutorials are strictly for Science students. I haven’t seen anytime tutorials were organized for Arts students and I’m an Arts students, so I don’t think there’s any reason for me to a tutorial that’s not organized for Arts students.”

Omalaud x Polityreporter: A Tale of Political Whitewashing

By Sailor

The University of Ibadan Students Representative Council on the 7th of April 2023 held its 7th plenary since its inauguration, with the issue of the SU’s Public Relations Officer, Olalekan Michael Ajibola’s (OMA) alleged mismanagement of funds being a primary item on the agenda. The aftermath of the sitting casts a spotlight on campus journalism and media operations, and it’s propensity to be used for propaganda.

By the afternoon of the same date of the plenary, two different reports pertaining to the outcome of the sitting were circulating in the public sphere of the school, with both news differing in their report of the outcome of the sitting, which calls into question two of the basic tenets of news reportage, objectivity and transparency.

Polityreporter, an independent media, reported the exoneration of OMA, with an headline which reads as follows “UI SRC Clears OMA, Dismisses Allegation Of Financial Mismanagement”, while Indypress, a local press organization, had a different version of what transpired at the sitting with their report being “UI’SRC Fines Public Relations Officer, Subjects Him to Community Service”.

The two news report might look credible on the surface because it is very possible to generate different news report from the same event, but a deeper look and investigation into the events that transpired at the SRC sitting will point out that one of the reports is farther from the truth than the other, with an attempt to circumvent fact and churn out half-truth as fact, calling into question the objectivity of such news report. In this case Polityreporter seems to be on the wrong side of the journalism rule.

One of the basic tenets of News media is Objectivity. Journalists should strive to be neutral and impartial in their reporting, avoiding bias or personal opinions. This ensures that the information provided is not influenced by personal beliefs or agendas. The use of media as a source of circumventing facts is a serious problem in today’s society. With the rise of social media and the spread of misinformation, many people are being exposed to false information that can have serious consequences.

One of the ways in which media can be used to circumvent facts is by spreading misinformation or disinformation. This can take many forms, including fake news, propaganda, or conspiracy theories. These false narratives can be spread through social media, websites, or even traditional news outlets, and can be difficult to identify as false for many people.

Another way in which media can be used to circumvent facts is by selectively reporting or emphasizing certain information over others. This can create a skewed view of reality and mislead people into believing certain things that are not necessarily true. In some cases, this may be done intentionally to push a particular agenda or narrative.

This practice best describes the actions of Polityreporter, which in effect tends to paint Indypress, a fellow news outlet, as a conveyer of fake news, with an editorial on the 7^th of April which reads “UI’SU 23: Polity Reporters Says No To Fake News”. It further doubled down, after being called out about the errors of their report, by posting a rejoinder with the headline “Our Report Correct, Centers On Containing Spread Of Fake News”. A quote from the write-up states “The news report that the IndyPress fact-checked and declared to be false is in no way false when viewed in the context that we reported it.” This implied that there was a certain form of narrative which was being pushed by the news outlet in the context of their reporting.

It is important to note that, the season of political movements is upon us. The stage is set for the next UI student union elections and every aspiring candidate have been making moves behind the scenes by subtly expressing their intentions known about their aims and aspiration for positions of interest. Even though there has been no official lift on election campaigning in the school, there have been series of subtle campaigns which has been widespread within the school premises in a not-so-subtle manner.

Various faces have been dominating this period, one of such faces is that of OMA who has been part of this not-so-subtle trend of political campaign in the attempt to push himself to the forefront as a strong contender for the next election. Being a strong contender in this situation comes with its perks and drawbacks. One of such drawbacks is the scrutiny into his activities as an office holder in the present administration. This best describes the case of OMA who had a case to answer about an alleged breach of constitution and misconduct in the operation of the UISUtv, a WhatsApp tv whose operation was alleged to have breached the student union’s constitution on the allegation of mismanagement of funds.

The alleged breach of the SU constitution and misconduct created a lot of buzz after an expose by Indypress brought it to the public glare. OMA in response to the allegations, rather than defend himself with facts, attacked the person of the writer with the infamous appellation of “Self acclaimed journalist” which further created more buzz around the situation. In any case, the outcome of the allegations are clear and irrefutable.

Drawing from the resolutions of the SRC’s sitting on the 7th of April, the house accepted the findings of the Disciplinary Committee’s investigations into OMA’s allegations that there is sufficient evidence to prove that a breach of the Constitution and abuse of office have occurred. However, the house rejected the committee’s recommendation of 3 weeks suspension as penalty for OMA’s proven misconducts. Perhaps this was what Polityreporters harped on to publish that OMA is free of all allegations. It must however be noted that the house imposed against OMA the following penalties;

1. A fine of 25 thousand Naira to be paid into the Union’s account on or before 4pm on Wednesday 12th April, 2023.

2. A written letter of apology to the student body of the University of Ibadan

3. A written letter of apology to the 9th Assembly of the Students’ Representative Council.

4. Community service at the University Health Services (Jaja Clinic) between 17th April, 2023 and 21st April, 2023. Failure to comply with any of the above mentioned penalties at the stipulated time would result in suspension for 3 weeks.

Asides the penalties to be faced by the PRO, the house also decided the following:

1. That there must be no media coverage of the PRO’s time observing the community service except by officially recognized Press organisations in the University.

2. That any violation of the above, especially any attempt to make use of the community service punishment as a PR/publicity opportunity will be punished by the House.

Hence, the truth of the matter is incontrovertible in spite of contrary narratives. But the bugging questions that come to mind are, what is the motive behind a publication that is completely false but strongly aimed at whitewashing an SU office holder who has been penalised by the SRC? Isn’t it suggestive that such narrative is being pushed at a time when the SU elections are near? What benefits are to be derived from pushing this false narrative?

Members of the student populace have begun to wonder and insinuate, that OMA may have a link with the Polityreporter, as the outlet have always had favourable report about him while seemingly posing as an unbiased entity. What is most important is for individuals to be critical consumers of media releases, and to fact-check information before accepting it as true. It is also important for media outlets to prioritize factual reporting and to avoid sensationalizing or manipulating information for the sake of gaining views or clicks. Ultimately, the responsible use of media can help ensure that accurate information is disseminated and that people are able to make informed decisions based on facts.

SHSN, UI Celebrates Black History Day

By Edun

Students Historical Society of Nigeria (SHSN), UI Chapter celebrated the much anticipated Black History Day on the 1st of April, 2023. The programme which was held in the SLT of the Faculty of Arts, University of Ibadan was themed “AFRICA AND AFRICANS”.

While welcoming everyone to the programme, History’s Head of the Department, Professor Olaniyan, in his address gave insight into the importance of history as a course of study and as the bedrock of the human past. He also implored all present at the event on the need to address the Neocolonisation of Africa and promote Africa, Africans, and our Africaness.

“I must also let you know that the issue of decolonization is yet to be ratified in Africa because many territories are still under colonial influence as we speak. So as Africans, we must work together in strengthening our International institutions, especially the African Union, and ECOWAS in West Africa. We must continue to work hard for the development of our Africa, everything is not about emigration because in the end it mostly results in brain drain”, he stated in his address.

In his special lecture on the theme, the guest speaker, Prince Tunde Odunlade remarked that the redemption of Africa is what every African must be keen on and take as a collective responsibility. In his words, “We need to understand that if we fail in carrying out our responsibility as Africans, nobody will do it for us. We must learn how to take our destiny into our hands. Enough of all the bad politics and governance, enough of taking religion as a business enterprise, enough of underfunded education that will never take us to our deserving position, and poor economy. We have to recognize our thoughts”.

The event also featured several performances like paper presentations, cultural art performances, spoken words poetry, and film documentary by students to entertain and teach the audience one lesson or another.

UCJ Holds Induction, Famous Five Awards

By KG

After a week of extensive training on the different facets of journalism such as Solutions Journalism, Fact checking, Entrepreneurship and Cartooning, the Union of Campus Journalist, UCJ UI on Saturday, 1st of April, 2023, inducted a new batch of student journalists from different local press organizations into the bigger umbrella body of campus journalism, the UCJ. The event which also featured the Famous Five Awards was graced by dignitaries and eminent personalities, representatives of the Vice Chancellor and registrar, Fisayo Soyombo, Tijani Mayowa.

Highlights of the event included the induction speech was given by Mrs Seyi Awojulugbe, who gave a brief narration of her journalism journey. She also advised the inductees that, “Everyone is a thread that makes the fabric of Nigeria. Everything we do, and everything we stand for will lead to the change we want to see in our society.” Dr Ojebuyi, the representative of the VC and the dean of students delivered a speech on behalf of the VC, stating that he (the VC) sends his regards. The Vice Chancellor is proud of UCJ for enabling growth and development in the University. He also acknowledged their support for his administration. The representative of the Registration, Mr. Mojeed Alabi also advised the inductees, defined journalism as a force for change and charged the students to do better.

There was also a panel session featuring Dr. Babatude Ojebuyi, the representative of the Vice Chancellor, Mrs. Seyi Awojulugbe, a practicing journalist and the Student Union President, Mr. Adeyinka ‘Mascot’ Adewale. The session was moderated by Mr. John Okafor, Editor-in-Chief of Indy Press.  The panelist discussed various issues ranging from press freedom, students and lecturer rights- the Student Disciplinary Council issue, to the issue of the Students Handbook.

Oluwagbenga, a 100 level student, has this to say about the event, “The event was thrilling. I got to see Fisayo Soyombo and some other journalism legends…I’m glad to be starting my own journalism journey this early.” Mojeed, a 200 level student of the department of Communication and Language arts, said, “I feel fulfilled to be officially inducted as a member of UCJ. I said officially because I have always been with the Union right from my first year on campus. I’m a member of the publicity and I have also got a letter of recommendation from the Union to intern in a radio station. In short, the Union has always been part of me, but I’m happy to be officially inducted in the end. As it is, I’m looking forward to the Union to build me more so I can make name like our forebears in UCJ. Of course, I won’t hesitate to contribute my quota too…”

Futhermore, the UCJ campus magazine, Campulse was also launched. The launching was supported with a One hundred thousand naira donation by Nurudeen Bakare. During the awards ceremony, the winnners of the Famous Five Awards in the categories of Academic, Entrepreneural, Entertainment, Journalism awards were announced as Professor S.O Odebode, Mr Nurudeen Bakare, Kunle Remi, Mayowa Tijani. The fifth category, Activism, was not officially awarded although it was rumoured that the recipient was Adebowale Adedayo, Mr Macaroni.

While, in the Fisayo Soyombo Essay Competition the second runner-up was Mr Ogunsola Emmanuel Oladayo, the first runner-up was Mr John Oghenemaro, while the overall winner of the Essay contest was Mr Akinmoyeje Precious Timileyin of IndyPress

The overall best inductee for the batch B exams was Mr Akinyemi Jonathan, while Mr Eriomala John also from Indy Press was awarded as the overall best inductee for the 34th administration.

An Old Zikite's Example of Zikism

Awaking from the reverie of an eventful weekend is perhaps one thing we would have to become accustomed to this second semester. The UCJ’s induction programme and FFA award, SHSN’s Black History Day celebration, the visit of celebrities like Brain Jotter and Layi Wasabi, and JCI’s Lanre Bello Inter-faculty Debate where Abodurin Ebenezer (Speaking Eben}, a notable Zikite, was first runner-up.

Closer home, the Baluba Lion’s win over Tedder hall’s football side in a friendly match on Saturday, in view of the forthcoming inter-hall football competition, and not to be forgotten the euphoric moment on Sunday evening, when Chelsea finally decided they’d had enough of Potter ball.

Amidst the festivities, it is noteworthy that Zik hall’s Executive Council is making strides in the hall’s administration. In the previous week, we’ve seen more activity from the office of the Vice-hall chairman, providing regular updates on the water situation in the hall, which is still concerning. Also, last Tuesday, the Executive Council announced the acquisition of a new projector and sound system. This particular news is the centerpiece of this editorial.

But this is not to only laud Team Collectivity’s achievement in solving an issue previous administrations have grappled with. It goes further to the ideal that connects us as Zikites. The acquisition of the new projector and sound system was according to the Executive Council sponsored by an alumnus of the hall, Mr. Idowu Bankole, who in a letter to Zikites expressed enthusiastically his love for the hall pivoted on our three-fold ideal of oneness, togetherness and brotherhood.

It is more than exemplary, even to the point of being astounding that a Zikite who has become an alumnus for about a decade is still in touch with the Zikism weal. An excerpt from the letter epitomizes this.

“Ever since our encounter with Zikism, our entire lives and existence have been dedicated to selfless service to humanity and we hope many would join us as we continue this journey which will only end when we get to the other Zik hall in heaven”

The italicized part of the excerpt brings to mind one of our chants, “do you know there is another Baluba in heaven…” Mr. Bankole’s undiminished love for this hall of residence says much about the ideal of Zikism we champion. Clearly, for past Zikites who established, proliferated and embodied this ideal, this wasn’t just a fanciful, casual, or pointless exercise of overly excited students. It was real!

For us present-day Zikites, this true love for the hall can be rebirthed and sustained. Today, sincere, true Zikism can surface in the responsibleness of our leaders, dedicatedness of our stakeholders and unity of all ZIkites to seeking after the good interest of the hall. Moreso, we can continue to uplift this venerated ideal in the competitions the hall is involved in; the forthcoming Jawwar public speaking competition, the inter-hall football competition, in our academics and in the continued selfless service of the hall to good causes.

If Mr. Bankole’s gesture is anything to go by, it is an example of what Zikites have been to the hall and even to the University as a whole and what it can be.

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Zikites React to Potter’s Sack

In a most unexpected fashion, the monotonously passing evening of Sunday, April 2, 2023, swiftly morphed into one of euphoric atmosphere when pockets of shouts, calls, and cheers rent the air. But this was not the characteristic aro or animalistic calls Zikites are known for. This was different, and what more, it was resonated by Zik hall’s neighbours, Indy, and indeed a substantial part of football fans across the world.

What had happened was that earlier in the day, Graham potter, Chelsea’s manager for the past seven months was, speaking euphemistically, released to seek job options elsewhere. Speaking unequivocally, he was sacked from his managerial role at Chelsea. The former manager of Swansea City and Brighton & Hove Albion has been replaced by former Brighton defender Bruno Dalton, who now serves as the interim head coach.

As news of Potter’s sack filtered through the internet, Chelsea supporters among Zikites could hardly conceal their enthusiastic reaction. Although the excitement that trailed the news has been held by some to be inappropriate, given Potter’s unsavoury condition. Some even go to the point of asking Chelsea fans to not overreact and be empathetic towards the plight of their club’s former manager and his family.

However, Chelsea fans in Zik hall could care less.  According to Tolu, one of the celebrating Chelsea supporters, “the news came so sudden and unexpected, I feel like the ‘most happiest’ man on earth.” Another comment from a Zikite, Nelson is, “This is great news. I am so excited.”

Samson Oloyede, popularly known as Samson Law, gave one of the most critical views of the news. He said,

“It is one of the best things that has ever happened since the world was formed because, for example, me, since Potter became Chelsea’s coach, at first I became a casual Chelsea fan then after I stopped being a Chelsea fan, in fact I started supporting Napoli partly due to our star boy Osimhen. But now that Potter has been sacked I am already reconsidering going back to Chelsea. His stay in Chelsea was one of the most ridiculous things that ever happened. It should even be in the Guinness book of records, Potter’s time at Chelsea.”

Zik Hall Alumnus, Idowu Bankole, Sponsors Acquisition of New Projector and Sound System for JCR

By Jet-Li Bololo

On Tuesday 28th of March, 2023 the Hall chairman, Moriselade Faruq, announced on Zik hall online platforms the acquisition of a new projector and sound system sponsored by an alumnus of the hall.

The Hall Chairman, Moriselade Farouq (Morriz) made it known in an interview with ZHPO that the new projector and sound system was secured from a sponsor whom the Executive Council had approached in relation to projects within the hall.

“The whole things was sponsored by one of the Hall’s alumnus in person of Mr. Idowu Bankole, who is unarguably a lover of the hall’s progress. It was during one of our meetings with him that he asked about the needs of the JCR and we told him about the need for a projector and sound system which graciously provided.” Morriz said.

The newly acquired projector and sound system

According to a letter by the sponsor in response to the request for the projector and sound system, acceding to the hall’s request was evidently borne out of true love of brotherhood in which the togetherness of the hall has embedded in him. An excerpt from the letter reads;

 “I must say that as a full-blooded Zikite who received baptism of water and fire, the welfare of Zikism which exemplifies Oneness, Togetherness, and Brotherhood, have always remained paramount in my heart, as well in those of passionate Zikites who came before and after us”. (access the full copy of the letter here)

The letter was concluded with a statement of continued support for the hall. “The donor (Idowu Bankole) wants me to assure all ZIkites that this would not be the lastof such support for Zik hall and encourage you all to keep the fire burning!”

It is important to note that Zik hall’s JCR has suffered from the lack of a projector since the 2018/2019 session when the last projector ‘mysteriously’ disappeared. This had reduced viewing options at the JCR as Zikites can only watch from the only plasma TV outside the JCR.

Where the TV malfunctions, Zikites are left with the option of venturing out of the hall to view matches. For instance, Indy hall which boasts of a plasma TV and a projector scree in their JCR has frequently played host to Zikites. However, with the new projector and sound system, viewing experience in Zik hall is taking a new look.

Speaking with the Social Minister, Azeez Malik, who is constitutionally in charge of the maintenance of the JCR, he guaranteed the security of the new equipment by reassuring that he is in charge of it.

“Previous Social Ministers had assigned the upkeep of the JCR to a JCR commissioner but I am the one in charge of it. As much as the key to the JCR is with me, it’s not going to be a hard job for me to do, it is my responsibility. I’ll make sure it is well kept and maintained.” He assured

In replying to a question posed by a ZHPO correspondent on accessibility to the new equipment, Malik stated; “the projector will remain within the hall, it will not be taken out. And anyone renting it will bear the cost of any damage to it”

The Social Minister also implored Zikites to exercise proper care in the use and maintenance of the new projector to ensure it is enjoyed for the longest time possible.

How to be the Greatest Zikite

By Ibn Yahweh

Fellow Zikites, ever conscious Zikites, this is the voice of xyz. I congratulate you on your admission into the first and best university in Africa and top best in the world. If you find yourself in Nnamdi Azikwe Hall, o ku oriire. You’re now in Baluba kingdom where gentleman no dey. You’re scared? Common! Don’t be. Patiently read through this piece.

Now that you live in Zik, I want to give you tips on how to be the greatest Zikite that ever lived. You know we’re meant to aspire to perspire and kafaya the greatness. Here’s how to be the greatest Zikite:

Firstly, you must be rough. Yes you read that right. How can you not be rough in Zik. Don’t you know it’s your trademark. After all, hasn’t the Bible said by their fruits you shall know them? So be rough please, as it’s by your roughness you shall be known. Inside Baluba, gentleman no dey o. In fact if your roughness pass Portable own, express it. Are you not in the first and best.

In addition to roughness, you must learn to be a noise maker. Don’t mind Adekunle Gold who sang, “…. Ariwo koni music…” because in this kingdom, ariwo ni music. You can wake up in the midnight and scream, “ebi n pami mi o” or roar, “yeeeeeeeeeeee” it’s the ways of the kingdom. Never mind those ajebota who say your noise is much. Noise is the way to be in Zik.

Let me add this, aro. Hmmmm… you must be an aroite ooo. In the beginning was aro, and aro was Zik and Zik was aro. You must body-shame, ohhhh sorry compensate the beauty of the girls that pass by. “God dey create abeg” so your way to be awed by God’s creation is aro. So please do a lot of aro. Body shame… ohhhh please pardon me, compensate their beauty as they walk crying at your jibes and mockery. Aro is the way to salvation.

That’s all I have for now, till I get to write you again. Stay blessed.

Winners Shine At Lanre Bello Inter – Faculty Debate

By Ibn Yahweh

Winners emerge and shine at the Lanre Bello Inter – Faculty Debate. Students were drawn from faculties across the University of Ibadan to represent their faculties in the war of words and ideas. The debate ushered Goodness Okunsanya of the department of Communication and Language Arts, Faculty of Arts, to the podium as the overall winner, carting away the sum of 50, 000 naira. Bodunde Ebenezar, a resident of Nnamdi Azikwe and an undergraduate of the Chemistry department, Faculty of Science, was also one of the prize winners at the event held in the Faculty of Agriculture, First bank building. In addition, several participants received certificates of participation.

Goodness Okunsanya, winner of the debate

Goodness Okunsanya, an undergraduate of the department of Communication and Language Arts who emerged as the overall winner of the Lanre Bello Inter – Faculty Debate stated that the event was an awesome experience and a rewarding one. In his own words, “The event was an awesome experience. It’s amazing to see that efforts get rewarded.” He couldn’t hide his joy at being announced as the overall of the contest.

Bodunde Ebenezer, first-runner up in the debate

In a conversation ZHPO Correspondent had with Bodunde Ebenezar, a resident of Nnamdi Azikwe Hall, on how the event and the preparation for it has been, he said, “The preparation has been very nice. Though something happened like four days ago; I lost all my documents so I had to rewrite the speech…thank God.”  Furthermore he stated that out of every other person his charisma played out. I’m his words, “….Out of every other person, my charisma and my preparation played out.”

Audience at the event

ZHPO Correspondent also had a conversation with one of the members of the audience. Pleading anonymity, she shared her views on the Lanre Bello Inter – Faculty Debate. In her words, “The event was amazing and interesting.” She added that she had learnt a lot from the event as it had taught her numerous things. In her words, “Actually this would be my first time here. I’ve learnt a lot. It’s worth coming. It’s a waste of time.” The witness also shared the lessons she learned from the Inter – Faculty Debate. She stated, “I just came here today to see how it’s done formally…I’ve seen that I’ve a long way to go.”

The Lanre Bello Inter – Faculty Debate is held in the University of Ibadan to promote public speaking and critical thinking among students in Nigeria. Dr. Lanre Bello was represented by Mr. Wale Alagbomeji, a member of the Junior Chambers International. The keynote speaker was Mr Adewole Opeyemi, represented by Mrs. Fasoro.

"If you are Capable of Genius then you are Capable of Rubbish" - Layi Wasabi at IPTLC, UI's Art Nexus

By Saint

On the 1st of April, 2023, a busy Saturday in the University of Ibadan, the Intellectual Property and Technology Law Club, UI (IPTLC) hosted famous writer and publisher Lola Shoneyin, popular skit-maker Layi Wasabi, IP lawyer Onyinye Odita, finalist at Voice Nigeria Inioluwa, and photographer Faith Adeoye during the club’s event themed, Art Nexus.

Busola Bakinson, a Senior Associate at Olaniwun Ajayi LP and the firm’s Intellectual Property Team Lead, gave the keynote address on the topic, Solving the Problems Creatives Face Today. In her address, she identified knowledge gap, lack of awareness, problem of right enforcement and lack of financial resources as some of the challenges Nigerian creatives face.

Speaking on IP protection, especially during product launch, she advised that product owners should “sell the cookie not the recipe to investors”. This she explained to be talking about the benefits of the product and not it creative process. According to her, many creatives jeopardize their IP protection by being indiscrete with information on the creation of their product and they end up exposing their trade secrets.

During the panelist session, Lola Shoneyin discussed how she did not give enough thought to IP protection during the production of her manuscript for her first novel, The Secret Lives of Baba Shegi’s Wives. She however commented on the extent to which the internet as eased IP protection through the indication of time stamps as evidence to prove the original publication of any work on the internet.

Lola Shoneyin, joining virtually during the panelist session

Layi Wasabi spoke on the importance of uniqueness in making content in the entertainment industry. For him, relatability has been the ideal he holds on to in making funny skits. However, replying to a question on how he is able to make banger skits, he said, “I don’t think that all my skits are bangers because if you are capable of genius, you are also capable of rubbish.” He further elaborated on the importance of reading books, observing nuances and subtleties that writers are able to capture and transforming them into entertainment art.

Layi Wasabi speaking during the Panelist session

Onyinye Odita, an associate at PUNUKA Attorneys & Solicitors, and content writer, who was also on the panel remarked on the need for creatives in Nigeria to realise that IP is an asset and a source of wealth creation.

According to the President of IPTLC, UI, Olamilekan Adebanjo, a final year law student and a member of ZIk hall’s Judicial Council, Art Nexus is the first edition of the Nexus series which will in the future feature nexuses with other disciplines like tech. The event saw an attendance of UI students in their hundreds, some who weighed in their thoughts on the programme.

Elizabeth, a participant, said, “I had a great time. I have known a little bit about IP before but I will say I learnt some new things. I was able to hear from a comedian, a musician, a legal practitioner, and a writer. The comedian said something about relatability and there was mostly this talk on what is that thing about you that you can call different, that thing you can put out there and people will be able to say okay this is your unique selling point. They really hammered on that.”

Precious, another participant, stated that the event was beyond her expectation. in her words, “I liked how the panel session went. I liked all the guests that were invited, and I loved learning from their insight. It was very insightful.” When asked about possible improvements on the event, she added, “I was telling someone while I was coming about the publicity, it was quite low. If not for a friend I overheard telling someone about it I wouldn’t have known. So, I think they should work more on the publicity and maybe get a bigger venue.”

Asked about the importance of the event to students, James, another participant said, “we have talents and that is the fulcrum of intellectual property, that our creativity, inventions and innovations are assets to us, form a crucial part of our lives and we can leave behind at the end of life. As students we must be aware that our works are personal to us and some benefits should accrue to us from other people enjoying the use of our works.”

Speaking with a ZHPO correspondent, the IPTLC President shared his thoughts on what Art Nexus means to student creatives. “Arts Nexus is, in the words of a mentor and friend, the perfect midpoint where intellectual property and artistic creativity meet for a cup of coffee. Our aim is to make sure that midpoint is less elusive for the people that it matters the most to — student creatives. With Art Nexus, young creatives can understand the best legal ways to commercially exploit their works, avoid infringing on the IP assets of others and also protect their own creativity from theft.”

Olamilekan Adebanjo, IPTLC, UI President

Also, when asked aout ways in which the ‘nexus’ series will increase the enegagement of creatives, he said, “Like we’ve reiterated, the Art Nexus is the first in a series of Nexus events. The plan is that, moving forward, our Nexus events will become more niched and industry-specific. So, instead of a general Art Nexus, you can look forward to a Music Nexus, the Nollywood Nexus, Tech Nexus, etc.”

“I think the result of this new series will be to draw creatives from the nook and cranies of the University of Ibadan while arming them with the industry knowledge needed for their impending breakthrough moment. Alongside our flagship programme, the Nigerian Creatives Conference, our Nexus events, will seek to create a connection between student creatives or innovators and established experts in the country. Much work will go into bringing well-established entertainers to campus, not to perform but to share their experiences and mentor upcoming folk from a closer distance.”

“We are Aware of the Water Problems” - Porter Seyi

By Sailor

The Deputy Supervisor of Nnamdi Azikiwe Hall, Mr. Seyi, in a comprehensive chat with ZHPO on the 23rd of March, 2023, discussed the awareness of the hall management about the plight of the students in terms of poor water supply and their working behind the scene to tackle this issues for the benefit of the students.

Due to an earlier report by Zik Press on the unfavorable water situation in the hall, the hall management saw the need to put out a response, stating their view on the issue which is a paramount topic in the hall of late. In a long chat with Mr Seyi, he gave an extensive and comprehensive insight on the water supply problem facing the hall and how they have been tackling these issues head on even with the little resources available to them. He had this to say about the situation of things.

Basically we are aware of the fact that there is water problem in the hall and we are not sitting down. Normally, what we do is, before any resumption we normally do some underground checks on the facilities that are meant to be working, out of which water is also a very important part. During this time we discovered that some facilities were not working that has to do with water, like the timers for some pumping machines. Let me start by saying in Zik hall we have about 51 water tanks and 6 boreholes altogether including that of D block.

We have two sources of water one coming from University of Ibadan, UI, (which is not drinkable) and the other coming from the boreholes. The one coming from UI, you and I know is not regular, the one directly under our control is the 6 boreholes; with two not functioning at all, we have tried to consult the artisans in charge, but they tell us the water level is low and when they tried to fix it, it was not coming up. This boreholes are behind Paulo’s shop (JCR building). There is another one outside the fence, that one has a good yield of water, but the problem is wire, which got spoilt in the course of the holiday, probably due to none usage of the boreholes.

The two beside Paulo’s shop like I said earlier, the water level was low and the submersible pump inside the boreholes were faulty. Immediately we wrote the university management that we need more pumping machines and timers; used for regulating the timing of the pump so that it will last. So the three boreholes, the two behind Paulo and the one outside of the building are not working due to issues raised earlier.

These are issues which are beyond what the hall can regulate, that is why we wrote to the school management, we went as far as writing to the vice chancellor, Director of works and maintenance, we wrote through the Dean to the Deputy Vice chancellor Administration, and they promised that they will provide these facilities such as the pumping machines and the wires, up until when you started your exams we didn’t receive any and we followed up for sometimes and they promise we will get it when they have it and that was why we couldn’t fix it at the time.

Now coming back to the three other boreholes; you know I said we have six boreholes, the one outside the fence that is close to brother Kola’s lodge, beside Mummy Yinka’s shop, there is a borehole outside there that is serving Zik hall, it is the one serving the tank behind A block, the 12 tanks, 6 of the tanks is coming from UI while the other 6 is serviced by the borehole, but the water level was low as at the time you were writing your exams last semester, plus the fact that it also had wire problems and the same wire problem was added to the letter we wrote to the management, and since we have not received anything there is nothing we could do.

The one in front of A block that is the one we have been managing for sometime and the one in D block. And sometimes when the pressure is much, it develops fault, so we have to run around to get it fixed and that’s what we have being doing to sustain ourselves. Plus the fact that there was no light, Oyo state sent a circular that there won’t be light for at least forty-something days or there about. So we couldn’t help the situation and that is why we get money to buy fuel into generator and you also know that during that time there was fuel scarcity.

Like I said earlier when pressure is much on the pump, in this hall we have more than one thousand students, minus the staff, shop owners, tenants and all of us are depending on the same water and when the pressure is much the things get spoilt or not sufficient for the use of students. We were waiting for the response of the management but we couldn’t get it, the hall executive tried everything within their reach, sometimes we went to the vice chancellor’s office to follow up with the letter. Sometimes they send tankers to bring water for us, at least I am very sure that the hall chair and some other people tried to explain things to the Dean of students, and the only thing they could do then is to send tankers. Often times the tanker requested is to bring petrol in order for them to pump the water and it was D blockites that helped with getting the petrol.

Coming back to what is on ground now, out of the 6 boreholes, at least two are working perfectly for now, the one in front of A block and D block. The third one, the one beside the JCR is not working well because there is a little problem of panel which will be sorted out before next month, we have applied for the money, although it is still manageable we are pumping it, but the problem will be sorted out pretty soon. The other three, if the money comes, because we have calculated it with the money requested. The ones we can sort out we will sort it out, the ones we cannot sort out we will leave it to the school management especially the ones beyond our control.