By Adebanjo Zainab
The University of Ibadan Students’ Union (UISU) has announced a candlelight procession in honour of Kunle Adepeju, a former undergraduate of the University of Ibadan who lost his life in 1971 during a police clampdown on a student protest.In a notice issued by the Students’ Union,, the procession is intended as a solemn act of remembrance, recognising Adepeju’s life and his enduring symbolism in the history, struggles, and legacy of student unionism at the University of Ibadan.
The event is scheduled to hold today, February 1st, 2026 with participants expected to converge at the SUB PARK, University of Ibadan, by 4:00 p.m. Students attending the procession have been advised to dress in all-black attire as a mark of respect and mourning.
The Students’ Union noted that the candlelight procession serves not only to commemorate the life of Kunle Adepeju but also to reaffirm the values of solidarity, justice, and collective struggle that have long defined student activism within the institution.
The Union also emphasized that students’ participation would constitute a meaningful tribute to Adepeju’s legacy and his lasting impact on the University of Ibadan student community.
