By John Ogunsemore
The University of Ibadan has declined a proposed name change for its historic Nnamdi Azikiwe Hall of Residence.
In an X post on Monday, a netizen had asked the nation’s premier university to change Nnamdi Azikiwe Hall to Akintola Hall.
The X user @akobi_ayo said, “A proposal to change Nnamdi Azikiwe Hall aka Zik-Hall in University of Ibadan to Akintola Hall.
“It’s rubbish calling young Yoruba men Zikite.”
Responding, the institution said naming decisions for facilities like Nnamdi Azikiwe Hall reflect historical recognition and not ethnic division.
“We wish to clarify that UI is committed to fostering unity & academic excellence, not tribalism.
“Naming decisions for facilities like Nnamdi Azikiwe Hall reflect historical recognition, not ethnic division.
“We value all students equally & uphold a legacy of inclusivity,” the post reads.