Obafemi Awolowo University Hosts First Global Health Pharmacy Course In West Africa

The Faculty of Pharmacy of the Obafemi Awolowo University once again achieved a great feat as she alongside Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria and the University of Port-Harcourt hosted the first ever Global Health Pharmacy Course In West Africa. The programme which was held between Saturday, 11th Sunday, 12th February 2017 was held at the New Pharmacy Building, Faculty of Pharmacy, Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-ife.

In all, the programme featured about 18 Sessions, most of which were facilitated by the Course Coordinator, Professor Don Eliseo Prisno, a global health practitioner from China. Some of the other facilitators of the programme include Professor Fatusi; the Provost of the College of Health Sciences at the Obafemi Awolowo University, Pharmacist ‘Bisi Adenipekun; President, Lighthouse Global Health Initiative, Pharmacist Aniekan Ekpeyong amongst others. The founder of the organizing body; AB Global Health initiative, Dr Maidas Ayomide, was also present at the event.

The programme, which was designed for pharmacy schools in the western region featured seven schools; the University of Lagos, University of Ibadan, University of Ilorin, University of Benin, Igbinedion, Olabisi Onabanjo University and the Obafemi Awolowo University.

Commenting on the programme, the coordinator for the Western Region, Mustapha Abdulafeez stated that the programme was brought up from a desire to motivate students to make impact in the sphere of Global health even whilst still undergraduates and contribute to the development of society. Further speaking on the event, the Public Relations Officer  of the Western Cohort, Farombi Oluwaseun said; “The programme was indeed a success as expected schools participated in mass and  we are proud that we proved the Great Ife to be a leading institution in Pharmacy practice by hosting the first ever Global Health Certificate Course in West Africa”.

The National Executives of the Pharmaceutical Association of Nigeria Students (PANS) led by Alo Setofunmi were also present at the event. And several participants also lauded the organizers for the programme as according to them, it open their eyes to several opportunities for pharmacists especially in the aspect of global health.    

Some Hot Spots For Valentine Hang Out On Campus

It's Val's day! I am sure some people are excited while some others are just indifferent, most especially because it's a school day and they'll be busy. But who says you can't chill with your loved ones just to relax after a long day and when I mean loved ones, I mean your friends, guys ,baes and boos and even your crushes. Some people may think its just too overrated, it's just like every other day. Nevertheless, a day isn't too much to show some people extra love.

     You may have been thinking Ife is too dry and there is nowhere to hangout. You are wrong cupcakes, there are places but you just don't know it. We have compiled a list of few hotspots for valentine for you and your loved ones.

New bukateria: this is on our very own campus, OAU. It is close to ETF hostel and before new market. There are cool varieties, the choice is yours.

Park And Gardens: Here, staff quarters is like the Victoria Island of OAU, it's believed that that where the big boys and girls stay. Well, if you want to go a step higher on campus, you should try it out. It's serene and just an amazing spot.

New Market : there are some good places in new market too. It's not only for buying foodstuff. Go there, take a stroll and you will find nice spots.

      Moving to town aka igboro. You don't want to miss these awesome places.
Country kitchen and Captain cook : they are at Mayfair and they have all sorts of foods, you can have any.

Tantalizers : tantalizers is now in Ife if you didn't know. Well, its a beautiful place and tasty meals at affordable prices. Try it out.

JiL Fingerlicks: if you love ice cream, wave your hands in the air like you just don't care. I am sure you will be excited when I tell you that if you want finger-licking flavors of ice cream and other accompaniments.

Goubolee : you think you have tasted all the flavours of ice cream? Go to Goubolee, then you know you are wrong. They are not only limited to that, they have Chinese rice and native rice too. It is situated along the road leading to Mayfair. You can order as well.

KwikChow: if you think you have heard it all, Kwik chow is a new food restaurant strictly for delivery. You may wanna surprise that special someone, they are the best bet. They are situated in new market and they have good food at available prices.

      Guys and Girls, it's not too late. Take your friends and lovers out, enjoy the love on Valentine's day. Don't miss out. Happy Valentine's Day.

OAUSU2017: Full HEC Election Results

Find below the full list of winners at the Hall Executive Council Elections conducted on Saturday, 12th February 2017.

STUDENTS' UNION, OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY, ILE-IFE,  OSUN STATE.

THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION

Mozambique Hall

Dir. Of Sports
Morolayo- unopposed

Dir. Of Socials
Bellz- unopposed

Fin. Sec.
Mhiz Lee --199
DunJane --430

Gen. Sec.
Oyin-Dee --399
Simi --197

Chairperson
Zainab --209
Ehm' Soar --230
Misturah --184

Angola Hall

Dir. Of Sports
Ayo-olami --167
Justin-Beeb -106
Olugee--218
Void---58

Dir. Of Socials
Lala--80
Oluprince--287
Jega --117
Void--66

Fin. Sec.
Dolly-pee--135
Ak-Issac --375
Void --40

Sec. Gen.
Petermary --99
CSO --33
Ay-Fab --117
Coker --135
TeePaul --133
Void --33

Chairperson
Blazing --33
Omoluabi --84
Prophet --65
Ak-wizdom --143
GreatBello --138
Big Shola --36
Void --52

Akintola Hall

Social Secretary

Taiwo Bolanle Empress  (Empress)-201
Void- 62

Financial Secretary

Oluyemi Opeyemi  (Yemisquare)-195
Void - 68

Sport Director

Inya Adaora (Ada)-122
Adegboyega Oluwafunmilayo (Tommy boi)- 111

General Secretary
Void - 23
Odebode Karimot (Lady Kay) - 154
Adodo Busola (Angel) - 85

Chairperson
Void - 23
Ogunremi Kadijat (Kaddie) - 170
Ilori Praise (Praiz) - 70.

ETF Hall

Director of Sports
Saliu Fatai (NIGERIA)-191

Director of Socials
Oluwole Olumide - (IMPERIAL)--114
Ola Abiodun  -  (EMMY)--96

Financial Secretary
Adegbite Emmanuel - (LINCOLN) 180

General Secretary
Ogbaje Stephen - (SIR STEVE)--97
Gbadebo Gbenga (EUPHORIA)-110

Chairperson
Olabaju Oluwatosin - (TOSBAJ)-64
​Muraina Mujeeb - (PAPINX)-64
Ogunleye Emmanuel -(Emerald fufu)-64
Adedeji Mubarak (TIEZY) - 17
undecided

Moremi Hall

UnUsed bailout papers 152
Used bailout papers 148
Total Valid vote
Total invalid vote

Sports Director
Anime Martha- Sports Director
Total Valid Vote- 103
Total Invalid vote- 45

Gen. Sec
Charity- Gen. Sec
Total Valid Vote- 104
Total Invalid vote- 44

Fin. Sec
Adebola- Fin.sec
Total Valid Vote-108
Total Invalid vote-40
 

Chairperson
Adunniade- Chairperson
Total vaild vote-133
Total invalid vote-15

FAJUYI HALL

Dir. Of Sport
Oyeniyi Emmanuel (Skyper)-159
Oladejo Oluwaseyi(kenya)-111
Void-44

Dir. Of Social
Adepoju Adedamola (Dr. Bobo) -199
Olaoye Gideon (G1)--71
Void -- 38

Fin. Sec.
Adetona Olatomiwa (Holoye)-190
Adeyemi Daniel (Omoba) -63
Sadique Tenitayo (Faiza) --10
Void--51

Sec. Gen.
Adedeji Adekunle (DiMaria) --130
Adeyemi Adedotun--49
Sakariyau Azeez (Bin Zak) --88
Void--47

Chairperson
Akindipe Israel (Izzieman) ---249
Void--65

Signed.
Electoral commission.

OAU Students Reveal Plans For Valentines Day

     OAU Peeps News Agency walked the streets of OAU and interviewed students on their plans for valentine's day and it seems like February 14 which is marked as the St. Valentine's day, a day lovers do special things with and for themselves might be celebrated this year.

This year, the date falls on a school day and despite it not being a public holiday, OAU students still have it going. We tried to gather some of these plans.

     Elvis in part 1, History said he is just gonna wear all black to mourn St. Valentine because he has a busy day. He told his anyone ready to secret val him that he doesn't mind a wristwatch and he gave a shout-out to his crush Cecilia in part 1, English.
     Kolawole in part 5, Law said he is going out with his girlfriend in the evening after a busy day and any secret crush or val should pack up, he is hooked. He sends his shout out to his girlfriend, Itunu also in part 5, law.

     Arese in part 1, Geophysics said she is going out with a special guy friend after class and advised her secret crush or Val's to speak up and she doesn't mind dinner. She gave shout-outs to Aliyah in Architecture, Opekuku in electrical electronics engineering and all her friends in her department.

     Deborah in part 1, Accounting said she is going out with her crush to Indulge at Buka and suggested to her secret val to buy her gifts or take her to a spa that she needs a massage after OAU's stress. She gave shout-outs to her roommates and Fisayo in zoology.

     Hayfloze in part 3, EDM said he will cook a special dish and invite a special someone over for a candle lit dinner. He also advised his secret val to speak up and they should hang out. And he gave a shout out to Ike in English that she is pretty and he is in love with her.

     Nelson in part 3, Electrical Electronics Engineering said he will just spend it with guys and chill after a long day of school. He told his secret val that all he wants as a gift is for her to come and ask him out,he is in need of a girlfriend. He gave a shout-out to his crush, Dija in computer engineering.

     Mary Ann in part 1, psychology said she is going to go see a movie with her friends. She also told her secret val that all she wants is to be taken to a romantic restaurant and have an exquisite dinner. She shouted out to her crazy roommates, class mates, sister and a special shout-out to her boyfriend in psychology that she loves him.

     Funmibi in part 1, Chemistry is just going to stay in her hostel and hoping for something big and nice and she believes she has no secret val anywhere, still keeping her fingers crossed. She gave a shout-out to her roommates, Deolu and Marcelo in Agric, Dieko and Muyiwa in electrical electronics.

     All of these is just a tip of the iceberg from some students of OAU. What are your plans today?

Preservation Or Mummification: And Yet Another Omole Crisis…- Pope Jay

“He must have come before

Why else would mother call him ‘Tale

We still feel the pains from the sores

The ones he caused when he came as Wale”

Considering the past reactions of certain persons to criticism, I would not be surprised if at the end of this piece I am regarded with names like “Capitalist”, “Betrayer” and the likes. If anything, I have learnt that as much as we like impose our ideals on others, we often find it difficult to work with criticism. However, I have authored this piece with no prejudice to any person or party. I have only tried to express my opinions in the least provocative ways possible. 

 The politicking in the Obafemi Awolowo University Students’ Union has certainly taken an upward nudge over the past few weeks and whilst I personally have noted certain anomalies in the electoral procedures (some of which I have written about), I feel one of the errors of the Electoral commission, most especially in drafting the guidelines was its silence on the participation of final year students (as candidates) in the Electoral process. And from the look of things, the resultant effect of that oversight might be upon us already. 

 You would think with the kind of history the Obafemi Awolowo University has with “Omoles” we have had just about enough. But no! Yet again under dramatic conditions, another Omole has again come to preside over the students of the school. Whether or not he is another reincarnation of the kind of Omoles we have had in the past is for the gods to answer but the circumstances under which this controversial persona contests is one to critically assess, one that I fear might as well send back our Student’s Union before its arrival, if not distort its foundation for the generations to come.

 The Omole Ibukun campaign tag has been “Preserved to Preside”; birthed majorly from the fact that the man is a final year student who plans to be the President of the Students’ Union in an extra year. Apart from the fact that this in itself is highly absurd, it should not be the kind of example the Obafemi Awolowo Union Students’ Union should be setting at this point in time. We complain of the kind of politicians found at the level of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS):  Persons taking per time courses just to participate in students politics; majorly of course for selfish reasons. And here we stand about to walk majestically into the same quicksand. 

 I have heard arguments that his delay is due to his “tactical suspension” and is thus justified. But rather than give some reassurance, this in itself only just scares me more. People who followed the “Tactical Suspension” matter would recall that that started from “Animals in the Senate”; an article perhaps only rivalled by the Femi Adeyeye’s piece on the Unilag Management (If that is even a worthy competition). 

At this point in time, we can only hope the electorate makes the best choice come 16^th February, if not for anything but to correct the errors of the Commission. For it is obvious now, even to the blind, that the Great Ife has sure had her fair dose of crises and if any reasonable progress in the redemption course is to be made, all hands have to be on deck. But then again, I’m sure we can handle anything that comes along. After all, Brexit and Trump happened only last year!

Pope Jay

OAUDecides2017: Meet The Contenders; Director Of Socials

As the generality of Great Ife students set out to the polls to decide their next set of Union Leaders next week, it is essential that they have a modicum of information about the political aspirants and their ambitions.  The battle for the office of the Director of Socials OAU is between Afolabi Adedayo Emmanuel and Ojuola Victor Okikiola.

Adedayo  Afolabi Emmanuel(Lamba) is a 400 level student from the department of Agricultural Economics in the Faculty of Agriculture. He has served as the Director of Socials of his departmental association for 2014/15 session and is the current Director of Socials for the Faculty of Agriculture.  In an exclusive interview with OAU Peeps News Agency, Lamba, as he is popularly known asserted that socialising is not all about partying. According to him, asides partying and hangouts, educating and talent promoting events can influence the social life of undergraduates. He further reiterated that, if elected, he would make the social life of OAU students a 'memorable' one. When asked if he was a religious person due to a constant reference to God in the course of the interview, Lamba replied "I am not religious, I’m just normal."  He declared "individualism" when asked if he was working with other aspirants to garner votes in the forthcoming election.

On the other hand: Ojuola Victor Okikiola (Chauwlee) is a 300 level student of the department of Dramatic Arts in the Faculty of Arts.  He contested for the same position at the Departmental level in 2014/2015. Victor is a 300 level student in the department of Dramatic Arts, also in an exclusive interaction with OAU Peeps News Agency, Chauwlee as he is popularly called stated that going religious is being social. He expatiated by saying that although not everyone was socially inclined, religious activities can also be an avenue of establishing some level of social networking as students. He further stated that the office of the social director is the only avenue that can assemble a large population at a single sitting for leisure and innovative purposes. When asked about his plans if eventually elected, Chauwlee declared to involve the students in the renovation and reeducation of OAU students on a social life and all it entails.

More To Come…
#OAUDecides2017

We Are Bringing A Change From The Norm- Emerald

In an interactive session with OAU Peeps News Agency, Jacob Oluwatosin Grace aka Emerald, a contestant for the post of Vice President in the upcoming Students Union elections, shared her plans and goals if successfully elected into office. Introducing herself as a part four student of the faculty of Law, she stated her current position as an active member of CLASFON, and her other religious and leadership roles.
Emerald went ahead to give a detailed breakdown of her aims and goals concerning academics if elected. She spoke on her plans to revive the past glory of academic excellence in OAU. Speaking on the problem of mass failure, she proffered a two way solution; setting up an active academic committee of the SRC where victim(s) would be able to lodge complaints without fear, thus avoiding the long processes that usually characteristic of such cases usually involve. She said, "We don't want processes to stop justice, that is, we don't want to sacrifice justice on the altar of technicalities. That is why we'll need to set up an ad hoc academic committee to speed up processes... Also by working hand in hand with the academic committee of each department, it would be a collective responsibility for everyone..."
She also spoke on her aim to attend to the problem of delay in the release of results. Explaining how this problem affects NYSC posting for our graduates and scholarships schemes application for students. She talked about organizing academic programs that will motivate students to put in more effort in academics, referring to times when first class graduates were given. In addition, she talked about projecting an all-encompassing programme to orientate freshmen to prevent exploitation and change the mindset of apathy to unionism. Emerald went on further to explain that going for a leadership position should not be for monetary gain or selfish interest. Also, that being a union member should not place anybody above the other students. She said, "You're not a union member because you hold an office, but because you are a student of OAU..."

When asked why her empowerment and skill acquisition plan was only for female students, which seemed like a gender bias, she explained that the female gender is generally sidelined, even though there is no bias in the SUG concerning female aspirants. She stated that her administration would urge ladies to participate more in activities, because there are many ladies who would function effectively in other offices in the Students Union.

Further questions about her opinion about twenty first century unionism brought up her motto "Mutare Ad Normam" which means "a change from the norm". She was further asked if the popularly vibrant Great Ife students union needed a change. She said a change in mindset was necessary. Students should not go into union activities for monetary gains but for service. She explained, "Student union leaders have not been responsible in their clamoring. We can't ask for what we ourselves don't have or portray. We don't have to always use political power every time. Sometimes, diplomacy works fine..."

In conclusion, when asked why she considered herself the best candidate for the post, she replied, "The Union is a pressure group fighting for the collective good of all. An injury to one is an injury to all... I'm the best candidate because my aims are purely humanitarian. I'm working for our interests and coming to set things right..." she concluded.