FATSSSA PRESS -- University of Ibadan, Nigeria

  Editorial: By Eniola Fase The maxim "No one is above the LAW" holds immense significance, yet it seems the FHR has overlooked this principle, evidenced by their disregard for the FATSSSA Constitution. Let's address a particularly troubling issue first — The Quorum. As per the updated FATSSSA Constitution, Article 18, Section 2 stipulates that "For major decisions to be reached, not less than two-thirds (2/3) of the members of the House present shall form the Quorum." The Chief Whip of the FHR, Honourable Opeyemi, confidently affirmed on February 20th that there are presently 29 Honourables in the House. In essence, at least 19 Honourables MUST be present at a sitting before major decisions can be made. Now, let's rewind to January 26th, 2024. During the sitting on this day, two significant decisions were made. The first involved a motion to impeach the Social Director if he failed to provide proof of transactions for the Picnic. The second was a recall of ...

  By Agrarah Bibisinuoluwa On February 22nd, the Nigerian Economic Society hosted a public lecture at the Central Bank of Nigeria's Centre of Excellence Lecture Theatre, located at the Faculty of Economics, University of Ibadan. The lecture, titled "Recent Developments in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Markets: Issues, Options, and the Way Forward," aimed to address pertinent issues concerning the Nigerian economy. Established in 1957, the Nigerian Economic Society is a professional organization comprising economists and allied social scientists. It plays a pivotal role in providing leadership in economic management within Nigeria. Dr. Olayeni Cardoso, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, was the keynote speaker for the event. Notable dignitaries in attendance included Professor Antonia Taiye, Director General of the Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research (NISER), who presided as the chairperson, Professor K.O Adebowale, Vice-Chancellor of the University of...