By Alabi Aderonke and Uthman Samad
"A Call into Politics, a call from God".
This was the justification statement for being a Christian and the venturing into politics of Governors Peter Ayodele Fayose, the governor of Ekiti state, at the Oduduwa hall of the Obafemi Awolowo University on Saturday, 24th June 2017.
The governor who was represented by the Chief of Staff of Ekiti state, Mr Dipo Anisulowo, at a program tagged, "THE MARKET PLACE", a public discuss on vital issues that shaped the world. The programme was organized by GILCOM a.k.a Charismatic Students Fellowship. The alumni fellowship of God is love Community OAU claimed that his political success was because he harkened to the voice of God which he did in 2000. The governor also justified his outspokenness by saying, "he is the voice of the common man" and if he did not speak his conscience will not be free. He reiterated his service to man right from 2000 when he was a philanthropist, a humanitarian and he gave out medical support, amenities and education- scholarships.
He accused that his first impeachment was based on the conspiracy of the Elites in Ekiti state. But no matter what, he was bold as a Christian in face of tribulations so far he obeyed God's call. In the course of the event, the Governor was also presented an award which was received by his representative.
Wednesday, 28 June 2017
Monday, 26 June 2017
June 26: Drug Free World or World of Free Drugs?
Living in the 21st century has its own intricacies especially when its 2017. The recession is taking its toll on all and sundry, people are stressed and stretched more than ever before, divorce rates are skyrocketing, depression is consistently shared amongst the old and young and the life expectancy has plunged miserably. In this age, the celebrity celebrates obscenity and extols immorality, the artist sings odes to marijuana and if you are a boy and you have not had a beer at 16, then you are chicken –hearted The world is in a bad shape and almost all of us are entangled in this sad web of modernity , a very valid reason to resort to these stuffs at least to lift us high when we are down and to celebrate each of our successes and landmarks: drugs.
As a pharmacist in training , I understand drugs as substances used in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases . But theses substances if misused are powerful and could lead to brain changes that challenge the person’s self-control and interfere with their ability to resist intense urges to take them . Many people don't understand why or how other people become addicted to drugs. They may mistakenly think that those who use drugs lack moral principles or willpower and that they could stop their drug use simply by choosing to. In reality, drug addiction is a complex disease, and quitting usually takes more than good intentions or a strong will.
These substances of abuse have caused a myriad of problems and done a lot of hurt to the human race. They have broken relationships and families , thwarted dreams, crushed careers built with sweat and tears . The reliance on drugs has cost humanity some times the value we all try to protect and share : love . Michael Jackson , Prince , Whitney Houston to mention a few are famous stars, people with unbelievable talents we have lost to drugs . Drugs of abuse have caused embarrassment and disgrace to the likes of Lance Armstrong. They have cost us a lot , i say too much. No wonder the United Nations in December 1987 designated June 26 as the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking . A symbolic day that commemorates the dismantling of the opium trade in Guangdong.
Being drug free does not mean total abstinence from drugs or alcohol but it means being able to love , laugh and live normally without drugs , to be able to pursue one's passion independently , share smiles with family and friends without turning to drugs for help. It means to be truly happy. This is a good time to make resolutions and strong resolve to stop doing drugs. The human race in times past have been able to rise above challenges . We have confronted fear head on and dared to live, i believe in humanity that we can make concerted attempts to defeat this bane. We at drug free club have chosen to commit tandem efforts to uphold and show by example the unlimited , boundless and self-sufficient traits in mankind...without drugs! You should too.
Ishola Ayobami R.
President,
Drug Free Club OAU
Saturday, 24 June 2017
OAUSU President Challenges Critics, Promises To Resign If Anyone Can Validate Inflation Claims
In a press conference held today on the several controversies arising from the recent purchase of a Toyota Hiace Bus by the President of the Obafemi Awolowo University Students' Union, the President has come out to openly challenge critics and alleged antagonists to provide concrete proof that the bus costs more than the said price and not just work with individual estimations.
When detailing the events that led to the purchase of the Bus, Oyekan Ibukun stated that part of his Campaign promises was providing a transport scheme for the Union and upon the commencement of his administration, he made requests for funds from the University Management, not knowing of any backlog. Upon getting to learn of the backlog, the University Management only agreed to release the funds if it was tied to a meaningful project and so he decided to use the funds, which is being paid in installments for the bus project.
In response to questions about why he seemed to have slighted the legislative arm of the Union in making the purchase which was also very much reemphasized by the Chairman of the Budgetary and Finance Committee, the President accepted his faults and promised to correct this in further dealings. He however stated that the University Management gave an ultimatum of three days for the execution of the first project and as such did not allow him enough time to go through all necessary processes. He further stated that in making the next purchases, as accordingly to him; a maximum of three more buses would be added to the one currently on ground, a committee would be set up to make the process more transparent.
Also, reacting to alleged claims that the receipt being circulated on Social media is faux and his seeming reluctance to divulge the price of the bus from the beginning, the 400L student of Medicine claimed that the address on the receipt was the residential address of the dealer that made the sale and other necessary details such as the day the car was brought into the country, the Customs registration number (Cnumber), the amount paid on the bus etc. were clearly stated on the other documents of the car. This, according to the President, had also been the basis by which some other dealers had confirmed the authenticity of the claims that the bus was not a refurbished one but a Tokunbo Bus.
The President, however, once again reemphasized that owing to the height that people had tried to stain his integity, he was willing to give out the keys to any one to take to bus down to any Car dealer and if the bus is said to be worth less than the said price and he was found guilty of any embezzlement, he was ready to resign. This he claimed prompted his letter to thet Independent Corrupt Practice and other related offences Commission (ICPC) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the two agencies have responded, commencing their investigations.
The Financial Secretary, Omisakin also denied claims that he stated that the Bus cost N2.9m as against the stated N2.5m by the President and receipt of the bus.
However, several reactions still trail the issue of the bus as many still remain unsure as regards the price of the Toyota Hiace Bus, while some other students do not even see the need for the project in itself.
When detailing the events that led to the purchase of the Bus, Oyekan Ibukun stated that part of his Campaign promises was providing a transport scheme for the Union and upon the commencement of his administration, he made requests for funds from the University Management, not knowing of any backlog. Upon getting to learn of the backlog, the University Management only agreed to release the funds if it was tied to a meaningful project and so he decided to use the funds, which is being paid in installments for the bus project.
In response to questions about why he seemed to have slighted the legislative arm of the Union in making the purchase which was also very much reemphasized by the Chairman of the Budgetary and Finance Committee, the President accepted his faults and promised to correct this in further dealings. He however stated that the University Management gave an ultimatum of three days for the execution of the first project and as such did not allow him enough time to go through all necessary processes. He further stated that in making the next purchases, as accordingly to him; a maximum of three more buses would be added to the one currently on ground, a committee would be set up to make the process more transparent.
Also, reacting to alleged claims that the receipt being circulated on Social media is faux and his seeming reluctance to divulge the price of the bus from the beginning, the 400L student of Medicine claimed that the address on the receipt was the residential address of the dealer that made the sale and other necessary details such as the day the car was brought into the country, the Customs registration number (Cnumber), the amount paid on the bus etc. were clearly stated on the other documents of the car. This, according to the President, had also been the basis by which some other dealers had confirmed the authenticity of the claims that the bus was not a refurbished one but a Tokunbo Bus.
The President, however, once again reemphasized that owing to the height that people had tried to stain his integity, he was willing to give out the keys to any one to take to bus down to any Car dealer and if the bus is said to be worth less than the said price and he was found guilty of any embezzlement, he was ready to resign. This he claimed prompted his letter to thet Independent Corrupt Practice and other related offences Commission (ICPC) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the two agencies have responded, commencing their investigations.
The Financial Secretary, Omisakin also denied claims that he stated that the Bus cost N2.9m as against the stated N2.5m by the President and receipt of the bus.
However, several reactions still trail the issue of the bus as many still remain unsure as regards the price of the Toyota Hiace Bus, while some other students do not even see the need for the project in itself.
Friday, 23 June 2017
Ojo Augustine "Austinerot" To Become Pioneer President Of TESA OAU
In what was termed as a monumental moment for the Faculty of Technology of the Obafemi Awolowo University, Students of the Faculty came out en masse on Tuesday, 20th June 2017 to vote the first official executives of the new formed Faculty Association of students across the Faculty. At the end of the process, Ojo Augustine of the Department of Mechanical Engineering emerged as the pioneer President of the Association. In an interaction with OAU Peeps News Agency, he stated, "The election was free, fair, credible and popular. One must have something really tangible to sell to the people of faculty of Technology OAU to get their supports. As that's the way to make winning a possibility aside someone who's proved himself in one capacity or the other that's quite evident to them. Aside that it was quite competitive and challenging, there was transparency in the process". Find the full details of the elections below.
TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING STUDENTS' ASSOCIATION (TESA OAU)
ELECTORAL COMMISSION
RESULT OF TESA ELECTION HELD ON 20/06/17
All glory and adoration to the almighty God over the successful conduct of Faculty of technology election. We gave humongous kudos to all the electorates and the aspirants for their cooperation during the conduct of the election which make the election the most fair, free and credible election. And below is the result of the election.
Number of total vote: 1,344
Please note:
President/No. of votes/remark
1. Ojo Augustine (Austinerot). 691valid votes (winner)
2. Rasaq Abdullahi (Omor). 584 valid votes
Vice President 1
1. Owolabi Miracle (Miracle). 841 valid votes
Vice President 2
1. Aruma Ezinne Jennifer (Jennifer) 603 valid votes (winner)
2. Bankole Segun (Specter). 602 valid votes
General Secretary
1. Eluyera Kayode M. (Efor). 537 valid votes
2. Ugonna Utulor (Ugo). 710 valid votes (winner)
A.S.G
1. Akinyosoye Elisha (Solution). 892 valid votes (Winner)
Financial Secretary
1. Odusina Motunrayo (Sparkles). 832 valid votes (winner)
Treasurer
1. Abubakar Wasiu (No. Time). 778 valid votes (winner)
P.R.O
1. Anagba Emmanuel (Emmy Keys). 394 valid votes
2. Bello Ibrahim O. (Great Bello). 754 valid votes ( Winner)
Director of Socials
1. Ojo Kayode O. (DJ Lordish). 901 valid votes (Winner)
Director of Sports
1. Junaid Azeez O. (Braves). 680 valid votes (Winner)
2. Ojo john O.(Redemption). 472 valid votes
Welfare Director
1. Oduronbi Esther Tosin (Tosin). 1040 valid votes (winner)
Librarian
1. Balogun Jamal (Jamal) 957 valid votes (winner)
Assistant Librarian
1. Eyinade Iyanuoluwa J. (Zeus). 946 valid votes (winner).
Signed
Ojewola Asimi A. (Hon. Hakin)
P.R.O
Idowu, Jamiu A. (Esho)
General Secretary
Olatunji, Saheed O. (Right Angle)
Chairman.
FG Declares Monday, Tuesday Public Holiday For Eid Al-fitr
Monday, June 26 and Tuesday, June 27, 2017 have been declared as work-free days by the Federal Government to celebrate the end of Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr.
A statement issued on Thursday, June 22, 2017, by the Director Overseeing the Office of the Permanent Secretary (DOOPS), Dr Rufa’i Kawu Attahiru, urged all Muslim faithful and Nigerians in general to use the occasion of the celebration for sober reflection and pray for peace, unity and progress of the nation in its march to nationhood.
The statement said the Minister of Interior, Mr Abdulrahman Bello Dambazau, who declared the two days as holiday, appealed to “all Nigerians to shun hate speeches and divisive tendencies and join hands with the government of President Muhammadu Buhari to build a peaceful, strong and united Nigeria, which guarantees fundamental freedoms, including the right of residence in any part of the country, as enshrined in the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”
The Minister reaffirms the determination of the administration to protect all lives and property of Nigerians, and added that the will of the present administration should not be tested as to its capability to deploy security agencies to deal with any individual or group that may threaten the corporate existence of the nation, as well as the peaceful co-existence of the people.
Mr Dambazau, who wished Nigerians a peaceful and rewarding celebration, further assured them of the government’s resolve to be just and fair to all.
Source
Thursday, 22 June 2017
OAU Peeps News Agency To Hold 2nd Screening Exercise
In a bid to further accord journalism enthusiasts the opportunity to have a foray into the field, OAU Peeps News Agency once again opens its doors to all those interested in joining the Agency.
A second screening exercise will be conducted on Saturday 24th June, 2017. The venue is AUD 2 and the time is 10am. This opportunity is open to all OAU Students who are interested in joining the Agency.
For more details, please contact:
Ayantayo-Ojo Damilola
Head Recruitment Committee
08089605135
A second screening exercise will be conducted on Saturday 24th June, 2017. The venue is AUD 2 and the time is 10am. This opportunity is open to all OAU Students who are interested in joining the Agency.
For more details, please contact:
Ayantayo-Ojo Damilola
Head Recruitment Committee
08089605135
Wednesday, 21 June 2017
Music Review: Doing "Uncle Suru" Proud
By 'Joba Ojelabi
Do you remember that song they said we shouldn’t forget? Well we didn’t. Being the only feature on his quite anticipated album, and keeping in mind that many already anticipated a collabo between Adekunle Gold and his alleged lover, Simi, at least before Folarin Falana came along with his village boy rap, “No forget” was certainly one collaboration that brought pleasure to many lovers of good music in Nigeria, and even though it had its faults, many have since then looked out for another collaboration between the golden boy lover and Simi, whose voice, somehow always manages to pull strings in the heart.
They say two’s a company, three is a crowd but somehow, Jon Ogah has found a way to place himself in between the “No Forget” couple without necessarily crowding the track. Perhaps because, unlike their first collaboration, “Uncle Suru” is not a love affair. The track carries a theme of patience, or at least it is supposed to. “Suru” is the Yoruba word for patience, however as much as the broad theme of the song is patience, it primarily narrows this patience to the music industry, with all three artistes telling us in their own way that the industry is not a bed of roses.
Considering Jon Ogah’s past with music, one might be tempted to expect more from a thirty million naira voice but then again, there are claims that he kissed T-boss with that mouth. However still, his vocal performance on the track is sure above average. We have certainly heard less melodious voices in the industry, some even costing as much as thirty billion. Adekunle Gold, once again, does not hesitate to remind us that he is Yoruba as he conveniently switches languages when he takes his verse, he however might have taken it to risky heights when he starts making claims that he might just be a better singer than the R&B legend, R.Kelly, if he gets the instruments. Well, some serious autotuning stuff better be in those instruments. And then one is compelled to ask, what ever happened to Ladies first? Simi’s verse comes last and as always, she does some vocal magic which might be a hint that she mixed and mastered the track.
In all, Uncle Suru is the kind of track that makes one regret not knowing the Salsa dance. It is almost sure to get any first time listener nodding in no time. Personally, I think even “Uncle Suru” himself would be proud
Do you remember that song they said we shouldn’t forget? Well we didn’t. Being the only feature on his quite anticipated album, and keeping in mind that many already anticipated a collabo between Adekunle Gold and his alleged lover, Simi, at least before Folarin Falana came along with his village boy rap, “No forget” was certainly one collaboration that brought pleasure to many lovers of good music in Nigeria, and even though it had its faults, many have since then looked out for another collaboration between the golden boy lover and Simi, whose voice, somehow always manages to pull strings in the heart.
They say two’s a company, three is a crowd but somehow, Jon Ogah has found a way to place himself in between the “No Forget” couple without necessarily crowding the track. Perhaps because, unlike their first collaboration, “Uncle Suru” is not a love affair. The track carries a theme of patience, or at least it is supposed to. “Suru” is the Yoruba word for patience, however as much as the broad theme of the song is patience, it primarily narrows this patience to the music industry, with all three artistes telling us in their own way that the industry is not a bed of roses.
Considering Jon Ogah’s past with music, one might be tempted to expect more from a thirty million naira voice but then again, there are claims that he kissed T-boss with that mouth. However still, his vocal performance on the track is sure above average. We have certainly heard less melodious voices in the industry, some even costing as much as thirty billion. Adekunle Gold, once again, does not hesitate to remind us that he is Yoruba as he conveniently switches languages when he takes his verse, he however might have taken it to risky heights when he starts making claims that he might just be a better singer than the R&B legend, R.Kelly, if he gets the instruments. Well, some serious autotuning stuff better be in those instruments. And then one is compelled to ask, what ever happened to Ladies first? Simi’s verse comes last and as always, she does some vocal magic which might be a hint that she mixed and mastered the track.
In all, Uncle Suru is the kind of track that makes one regret not knowing the Salsa dance. It is almost sure to get any first time listener nodding in no time. Personally, I think even “Uncle Suru” himself would be proud
