UNILAG English Department Launches Alumni Lecture Series, Highlights Humanities as Gateway to Global Opportunities

The Department of English of the Faculty of Arts, University of Lagos (UNILAG), on Friday, July 17, 2026, inaugurated its Alumni Lecture Series with a call to reposition humanities education as a catalyst for innovation, leadership, and global competitiveness. Held at the Afe Babalola Auditorium and organised by the Department of English Alumni Association, the maiden edition, themed: Unlocking Global Opportunities with English Studies, brought together alumni, students, faculty members, and other stakeholders to celebrate […]
UNILAG Students Showcase Intellectual Excellence at 2026 Inter-Faculty Academic Competitions

The University of Lagos reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing intellectual excellence as the University of Lagos Students’ Union (ULSU), in partnership with the University of Lagos Debate Society (ULDS) and Junior Chamber International (JCI), hosted the grand finale of the 2026 Inter-Faculty Debate, Spelling Bee and Public Speaking Competitions on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the Tayo Aderinokun Auditorium. The three-day academic showcase, held on June 24, 26 and 27, 2026, brought together some of […]
UNILAG OGESP Hosts 2026 Lagos Study Fair, Expands Students’ Access to Global Academic Opportunities

The Director of the Office of Global Engagement and Strategic Partnership, University of Lagos (OGESP, UNILAG), Prof. Abimbola Sowemimo has re-affirmed the University’s commitment to strengthening global partnerships that enhance students’ academic and professional prospects. Professor Sowemimo stated this on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the 2026 Study Fair hosted by OGESP, UNILAG at the J.F. Ade. Ajayi (Main) Auditorium. The event connected students with international academic, career, and migration opportunities. It featured presentations from […]
UNILAG Commences Distribution of Smart ID Cards to Students

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) on Monday, May 11, 2026, officially commenced the distribution of Smart Identification (ID) Cards to students at a symbolic ceremony held at the Adetokunbo Babatunde Sofoluwe Centre for Information Technology and Systems (ABS-CITS), UNILAG, Akoka. During the ceremony, members of the UNILAG Students Union Executive Council were issued their ID cards to kick off the subsequent distribution to the general student body. The Smart ID initiative, developed in partnership with […]
UNILAG Honours J.P. Clark at Fifth Memorial with Book Launch, Literary Tribute

The Department of English, University of Lagos (UNILAG), on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, commemorated the fifth posthumous anniversary of renowned Nigerian poet and dramatist, Professor John Pepper Clark. The event, held at the Faculty of Arts Boardroom, brought together immediate family members, scholars, students, literary enthusiasts, and admirers of the late literary icon to reflect on his life, works, and enduring influence on Nigerian and global literature. Speaking at the commemorative event, the Dean of […]