How Student Fellowship Organises Public Cleaning Within Akungba Community

'A Sanitation inspired by the Holy Spirit'

Emmanuel Oluwadola and Oluwatimilehin Awojobi

The Redeemed Christian Fellowship, Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko Chapter on Saturday has observed an evangelical outreach through social responsibility of cleaning the public.

The outreach was tagged "Cleanup Akungba" which was organized by the Sanitation Unit of the Fellowship to reach out to the people of the community, preaching the good tidings of Jesus Christ, and cleaning up diets that have littered the surface of the community.

Parts of the community that were visited and kept cleaned are Ibaka Market, Permanent Site, and the University's big and small gates.

Mr. Oluwole Phillip, who organized this program gave reasons for coming up with such an outreach. He clearly stated that the program was inspired by the Holy Spirit and he gave his uttermost thanks to God. 

"The purpose for organizing this program was due to our burden towards giving to the society and also preaching of the Gospel to the people," he said, "As Sanitation Unit, one Vision the Lord has given to us is to evangelize through social responsibilities– cleaning the market, cutting bush by the roadside and also fulfilling the vision of Christ, this also goes together in giving back to our environment," he said.

He also expressed his joy as the purpose of the program was achieved as they received a lot of testimonies and it even went to the extent of having those in the neighborhood help them with the cleaning.

Mrs. Olajinbisi Bosede, a market woman going about with her business, expressed her joy towards the outreach. She appreciated the team for bringing up this kind of program, to enlighten the people more about their social responsibility, as members of society. 

"I am happy this is happening in our market today because we market women are carried away without businesses and we tend to ignore other important things like going to church and many more. The program serves as a reminder of the importance of serving God and also drawing closer to God because material things will vanish and we will all return to the One who made us," she said.

Miss Ujattah Mercy, a co-organizer of the outreach added that as human beings, we need to prioritize personal hygiene, knowing that 'Cleanliness is next to godliness' as stated in the Holy Bible.

"As much as we take personal hygiene as necessary, it is also important for us to also look at it from a spiritual perspective. We cannot host God in a territory that is full of immorality, ungodliness, unrighteousness, and unholiness. That is why the Scripture says, 'The eyes of God cannot behold iniquity. So, we must understand that God wants the land to be cleaned, purified, and made whole so that HE can dwell in it," she said.

While cleaning the marketplace, Omoyele Israel, a student from the Department of English Studies, Adekunle Ajasin University, reacted said, "Wow! It is good to work, they tried. Hardly today will you see a student or Fellowship like this come to the marketplace to try and make everywhere cleaned. It is a good record they have made and I love this habit. I enjoin them to keep it up," he said.

Ijalade Promise, a member of the team, also expressed his excitement towards the turn-up of the people as well as achieving the purpose of the outreach.

"The program created awareness for the people as it made them conscious of the importance of cleanliness. This cleaning exercise was successful and the Gospel of Christ was also proclaimed in the process, lives were saved during the cleaning," he said.

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AAUA: Mass Communication Students Narrate 2-Days Expedition in Ekiti

•••Fresh FM was indeed Fresh 

Josephine Adetula 

The Students from the department of Mass communication at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko went on their annual, but this time to Ikogosi warm springs, and Fresh FM.

It has been a conventional exhibition in the department for the students to go on media tours and also see gorgeous sightseer tracts outside the school area.

Following the visit to Fresh FM Ado-Ekiti the day before, the students in two school buses toured Ikogosi warm springs, alongside the newly elected Student Union President who is also a member of the department, Comrade Kolade Olumide Multiple, under the leadership of Adagba Promise who is the serving president of the department. 

There was a total number of 65 students on board. Many beg the question to know why the President chose Ekiti State Warm Spring despite the fact that some of the students have been there in their 100L/200L days. 

The President, Adagba Promise revealed that "I chose Ikogosi spring because of the warm spring which meets the cold spring at a confluence, each maintaining its thermal properties. Also, the big pool is another reason for choosing ikogosi, students would be able to chill inside the water and relax as it is also for healing purposes".

He however emphasized that the experience was a great and unforgettable one for them all. 

Tomilade, a 200level student disclosed that she had fun and learned new things. She said; "Going to Fresh FM, Ado-Ekiti was a good idea because going in the production room was intriguing. Wow! It was indeed fresh; the recording studio wasn't bad also. I will say everything about Fresh FM was fresh! Getting to the hotel even if I didn't dance everything was still okay. To the best of it all is Ikogosi's warm and cold spring: touching cold water and hot at the same place and it did not mix was a wonder. It was fun seeing the two springs then I think the one we had fun doing was going to the swimming pool. It made sense even if though I did not swim, at least I became a photographer and I knew we all had fun. The experience in total was lit and I had fun too".

A 300level student, Akinlonu Oluwatobi who disclosed that he would love to also be a President one day affirmed that the tour was nice and fascinating. 

When asked if something similar and better would take place if he emerge as the President, he said;  "It depends. We will research on the best possible places to have our excursion. And we wouldn't want people that have already been there to go again. So we will probably find somewhere new".

Amongst the executives of the current administration is Babalola Olamilekan also known as Adam Blinks who is the current general secretary of the department and also a native of Ekiti state commented on his experience. 

 "it's been a while since I went there, also looking at the fact that I am going with my colleagues from school. It was worthwhile. I didn't want to leave but we had no choice."

The Vice President of the department, Aladenika Olayiwola Niffy also made her comments, "To be candid I have not attended any excursion as a Namacosite but I attended this because I am the vice president of the same Association. The excursion was awesome and memorable though we went through a lot of stress the partying eased it all."

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AAUA Students Lament On increment in Gas Price

Isioma Osadebe

The price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), also known as cooking gas has skyrocketed to a record high of Six hundred and fifty nairas per kilogram.

According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), the average price for refilling a 5kg cylinder of cooking gas increased by 0.56% from N2,057.71 in March 2021 to N2,069.21 in April 2021, and refilling of 5kg has been heightened to N2,330.

 

Students lament...

Students of Adekunle Ajasin University Akungba Akoko(AAUA) who spoke to this reporter lamented the increase in the price of gas especially as it affects their academics and livelihood.

The price has left many students of this University devastated and has posed a major challenge for them.

A 400 level linguistic student, Mighty Josh, revealed that the hike in gas price has made three square meals difficult to achieve. 

"As in 2017, when I got to akungba, a kg was sold at #250 which makes a thousand naira to fill about four to five kg. Now it is a burden to get just two kg. it is affecting the academic lives of students, a student that hardly eats often will find it hard to assimilate well during the study"

"This is hunger strike at its peak, the hike in gas price has made me opt for stoves. If it keeps going this way, I’m scared an average student or individual will settle for theft”

Echo Media Editor, Roland Bayode disclosed that the increment is exterminating the life of Nigerian students. 

He said, "I think the situation on the ground is worth enough to convince both the deaf and blind that Education in Nigeria is taming the sheet out of our anus. We are in a system that preaches the value of education but that is not supporting the children of the poor."

Roland also narrated that the price of tuition in the school life commodities, with other expenses is making live unbearable for both prudent and imprudent students.

"I remember then when I was in 100l, the gas price was #250 and now it's a different story entirely. How do we explain the fate of students who are still struggling to pay their bills to eat good food and make good grades? In a nutshell, I think things have fallen apart completely."

A 400 level student of the faculty of law, Akinnate Esther, said that the increase in gas has often made some students unable to attend lectures and other students who attend go on with an empty stomach.

"Since gas has become what most students rely on especially in AAUA, some students are affected by the increase in gas price. Students now avoid classes and some who still attend classes go on empty stomachs because they find it difficult to purchase gas for cooking due to its increase. Now imagine, how will such students be active in class? "

 A 300 level sociology student, Aduba Oluchi revealed that they now use coal pots and firewood because of the increase in gas price.

“The increment in gas price is not fair on Nigerians with low income, or unemployed. As students, we do not earn money and as such have to manage the little that is given to us by our parents. We also have other things we use the money for and with the way gas is being increased we can’t cope with it, we now use coal pot and firewood.”

Another student, Adewunmi Olamide, a 400 level student of Mass Communication said she's not surprised with the increase and students have to cope.

“The increment in gas price is not so surprising as every other product's price is skyrocketing. The increase in gas will be very hard on students, most not be able to afford to fill their cylinders as supposed thereby leading to hunger, we all need food to survive either we cook or we pay for it; so no matter the increase in the price of gas, I have no choice than to cope with the new price even though I have to limit the way I make use of it. If the price of gas keeps increasing, it will reduce the rate at which it is consumed, but students will still have to buy it only those who use stoves can avoid buying gas.” 

Ilawole Kehinde, a 400 level student from the department of political science, also opined that students cannot influence the increase or decrease in price therefore they should adapt to the situation on the ground.

“It is something we can’t control due to the economy of the country, but it’s making life uncomfortable for both students and citizens. Students have to cook to eat or some use it for their business which aids them to pay fees. So it may be unfair to the average student who comes from an average home. Like I said we can’t control this, but we need to adapt or find other means of cooking"

Another Student, Odoh Charity in her notion stated that If the price of gas continues to increase, life will become more difficult for students on campus.

“The increment in the price of gas is not something I am happy about because I will have to spend more money on gas instead of using it for something else. It has affected me a lot because, when initially it was 500 per kg, I can fill 3kg at that price. If the price of gas continues to increase, life will become more difficult for students on campus"

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AAUASU SRC Gives SEC Ultimatum On The Provision Of Statement Of Account

SEC Distance Self...

Friday Omosola

The Students representative council of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko has issued three days ultimatum for the student's executive council for the provision of the union account statement.

This was contained in a press release dated 22nd of October, 2021 signed by the senate president Rt Hon. Sen. Adeleke Rasheed, disseminated by the Aauasu Src Clerk Comrade Folorunsho Ahmed Adekunle.

The release read, "The Students' Union is a body of intellectual and radical students, established with the cardinal purposes of championing the interests and welfare of the students, as well as protecting their rights within and outside the university community.

"We write to inform you and other concerned executives of the boiling need to provide the statement of account of AAUASU within Three (3) working days with effect from Monday, 25th of October 2021 till Wednesday 27th of October 2021."

The release added that failure to provide the statement of account of the AAUASU within the stipulated time shall invite the wrath of the constitution and necessary actions from the Students Representative Council in accordance and conformity with the provisions of the AAUASU constitution shall follow.

"Let it be known that all transactions about the withdrawal of funds from the Students Union Account are hereby suspended until The Statement Of Account Of The Students’ Union is received by The Students Representatives Council. "

Earlier before the release on the 22nd of October, 2021, the SRC had on 19th of October, 2021 distance itself from the embezzlement news going viral online through a release signed by the senate president Rt Hon. Sen. Adeleke Rasheed, disseminated by the Aauasu Src Clerk Comrade Folorunsho Ahmed Adekunle.

"The attention of The Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko’ Student Union(AAUASU)’ Students Representative Council Under The leadership of Comr. Adele Rasheed O. (Aremo Royal) has been drawn to the viral disheartening news on social media and all other platforms on the “Alleged Embezzlement and Misappropriation of funds” in the Students Union. 

The Students Representative Council of the Students Union is committed to protecting her image and bringing about justice and upholding the principles of checks and balances in conformity with the provisions of the Students Union constitution. 

The Students Representatives Council of the Student Union shall summon all the perpetrators involved in this act which is defamatory, and liable for shattering and piercing the reputation and integrity of the Students Union. 

We hereby beseech the students and the general public to have strong faith in the AAUASU’ Students Representatives Council as necessary actions will be taken as soon as possible."

Re: Letter Of Ultimatum For The Provision Of Aauasu Statement Of Account

However, a new release by the Students Executive Council dated 22nd of October, 2021, signed by the president, Comrade Ogunsanmi Kolade popularly known as Multiple; disseminated by the general secretary, Comrade Adeyefa Tolulope(Elite) debunked the rumor tagging the SEC body for the provision of a statement of account.

It read, "The members of the Students' Executive Council(SEC), under the leadership of Comrade Ogunsanmi Kolade, have read with utmost disdain the letter published on various WhatsApp platforms from the office of the AAUASU Senate President, Sen. Rasheed O. Adeleke and addressed to Students' Union President, Comr. Ogunsanmi Kolade, with the above subject, referred.

We want to put to the notice of the Senate President, and that of the public who might be misinformed, that the current administration under Comrade Ogunsanmi Kolade is yet to operate or carry out any transactions with the Students' Union account due to delay in the change of signatories to the Union account which is also as a result of the unavailability of the former signatories."

However, in the release, the Students' Executive Council in her meeting held on the 22nd October 2021 resolved to ensure that processes to the changing of signatories to the Union account Are to be carried out no later than Monday, 25th October 2021, stating that the three former executives(President, Financial Secretary, and Treasurer) bearing signatories to the account has been summoned to vet their signatures on or before the set date.

 "Nevertheless, we count it as an aberration on the part of the Senate President to write the President of the Union, Comrade Ogunsanmi Kolade in a manner that paints him(Multiple) and other SEC members in a bad way. We want to believe that the Senate President, Sen. Aremo Royal, understands protocols and is expected to write officially to the union with proper consultations when the occasion arises, rather than writing on WhatsApp platforms."

Furthermore, reiterated that the president nor any members of the Students' Executive Council(SEC) will not take to the request of the letter from the leadership of the Students' Representative Council(SRC).

Finally, the release encouraged all AAUAites to remain firm in their trust with the leadership of Comrade Ogunsanmi Kolade(Multiple), as the administration will ensure transparency and accountability in the union, as well as maintaining a cordial relationship with other arms of the union as we are all working together for the betterment of the union.

Also in another release signed by the President, Comrade Kolade Olumide Multiple, disseminated by his Media Aide Komolafe Olaleye A (Jekanmo) described the release as a fallacy capable of misinforming the entire student's populace.

It read, "Sequel to the letter earlier relayed through the office of the Senate President, requesting for the release of the AAUASU statement of account, it has now become imperative to note and indeed, emphatically that the student union executive under the leadership of Comrade Kolade Olumide Multiple is yet to have access to the aforementioned account, owing to the unreachability of some executive members of the past administration who are signatories to the union account.

It is indeed, given this development that it has become palpably impossible to produce a statement of account as no one, not even this current administration, knows what is currently obtainable in the said account as at this minute."

It added that although, all substantial efforts geared by the office of the President to ensure that the concerned executive members of the past administration do the needful had been unfruitful, the President wishes to assure all AAUIATES that more drastic measures will be put in place in no distant time to ensure that they are reached and made to do the necessities for the immediate access of the account. 

More so, the release urged All AAUIATES to debunk the ravaging speculation that the student union under the leadership of Comrade Kolade Olumide (Multiple) refused the release of the statement of account and be reminded that the office of the President  is always and ever committed to ensuring transparency and accountability in all activities of the union

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AAUA Announces Matriculation Date For New Students

Esther Oguntuase 

The management of Adekunle Ajasin University has declared that the matriculation ceremony of freshers for the 2020/2021 academic session will be celebrated on the 9th of November.

This was made known in a circular released by the school's management and signed by the registrar, Olugbenga Arajulu on the 15th of October stating that all fresh students should complete their registration before the 9th of November and get their matriculation numbers. 

It stated further that the generation and registration of matriculation numbers is the prerequisite for getting matriculated. Students who have been able to get their matriculation number are advised to visit their departments for registration.

The circular also informed that names of all newly admitted students and their matriculation numbers will be forwarded to the Joint Admissions Matriculation Board (JAMB) to ensure a stress-free mobilization for the national youth service scheme.

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ALUTA With Violence is No Longer Fashionable - AAUA VC

Emmanuel Oluwadola 

The Vice-Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA), Prof. Olugbenga Ige, has advised students and new executives of the AAUA Students' Union to handle pressure from fellow students in a dynamic way.

He spoke at the swearing-in ceremony of the elected Student's Union executives which held at the Olusegun Obasanjo Multi-purpose Hall (OBJ).

He emphazised that they should desist from violence and always thread the path of peace, dialogue, and negotiation when addressing issues.

He said, "Let me remind you that violence through ALUTA or any other guise is no longer fashionable in the contemporary world of union activities. I, therefore, advise you to always toe the path of peace, dialogue, and negotiation in addressing issues. From my experience as a former student and academic unionist, it is not unlikely that you will experience pressure from your fellow students, and as leaders, you must be dynamic in handling situations under such circumstances,"

He stated that the new executives should count this opportunity as an avalanche of training and learning practical leadership skills to enable them to leave a good legacy for posterity.

He further charged the executives to run an exclusive administration that will carry every member of the Executive and the Union along in all matters, including finance. He also affirmed that the Management is ready to provide the necessary support for the smooth running of the Union.

"One of the easiest ways to run into troubled waters as leaders are not to be clear and transparent in handling finances. Your election is an opportunity to show how well you can manage men and resources. On our part as Management, our doors would be opened to you at all times, we are here to make the stay of all students as stress-free as possible. My door will be opened and rest assured of our necessary support," 

Prof. Ige however praised the Election Committee, in collaboration with the Student Affairs Division, security personnel, and other stakeholders for conducting a successful election.

Meanwhile, the President, Ogunsanmi Kolade Olumide, in his speech assured that their administration shall continuously engage and partner with the management towards promoting positive results in Unionism.

He said, "It is essential to note that we are not coming on board to be anti-management but to unequivocally represent the interest of the students and to represent every form of justice," 

Ogunsanmi however implored every student to work with the new administration towards achieving their goals with efforts to birth their campaign promises, some of which are to ensure deliberate and sustained partnership with telecommunications companies to bring about free internet access to the institution; to encourage student entrepreneurs; to renovate the Student Union building; to introduce the usage of solar as an alternative source of powering the institution and to ensure a conducive environment for learning.

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AAUA Inducts New SUG Executives

Odoh Charity 

 The newly elected students' Union executives of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Ondo State have finally had their conventional inauguration rite.

The 19th inauguration event was held at the Obasanjo Multipurpose Hall of the University, and it kicked off with an entry pageant by the paramilitary and a recital of the school anthem and national anthem.

The Vice Chancellor of the University, Prof. Olugbenga Ige with other stakeholders of the university graced the occasion with their presence and notification words of the task ahead of the students representatives as leaders and link between other students and the school management.

The 21st Century University Vice Chancellor, Prof Ige introduced the newly elected Students' Union executives, Students' Representative Council(SRC) as well as the Students' Judicial Council(SJC) and administered the oath of office to them. 

Prof Ige encouraged the executives to thread the part of peace, dialogue and in conjunction with negotiation  in solving issues and also work hand in hand with the SRC and SJC.

He said, "As executives of the students, you are to serve as their representatives and to act as the interface between the students and the University Management on one hand, and as arbiters between the students themselves on the other. You are expected to present the challenges confronting them to the relevant authorities for action, therefore, the assignments before you require seriousness and commitment."

The Dean of Student Affairs, Segun Akanbi in his opening address stated that the election was duly followed. 

He also appreciated the Vice-Chancellor and the SUEC members for allowing the election process to go smoothly without personal interest or interference.

He further urged the Vice-Chancellor and others to organize leadership training for the newly elected executives to function properly in their respective positions.

The certificate of return was presented to the Students' Union executives by the school registrar, Gbenga Arajulu.

The newly elected executives include Kolade Olumide aka (Multiple) as the president, Salami Kudirat(Kemzy) as the vice president, Adeyefa Tolulope(Elite) as the General secretary, Akinsulure Simbo(Asimbi) as the public relations officer, Odole Mojisola(Voice) as the welfare director, Okeke Patrick(Patoskki) as the social director, Jackson Oluwafemi as the sports director and Akinwalere Omoniyi Neyor as the Assistant General secretary.

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AfterPsyche's Victory, A New Dawn For SOSSA

Peter Emmanuel 

Ayodele Oluwaseyi who is politically known as AfterPsyche emerged as the first faculty president of the Social Science Student Association (SOSSA).

 The faculty which was once addressed as (SOMASSA) Social and management Sciences got disassociated earlier this year and were under the leadership of Comrade Agbolahan.

AfterPsyche who is from the Department of Pure and Applied Psychology was able to pull much effort at the poll to defeat his other 2 opponents.

The election which was slated to begin at 11AM commenced at 1:30 pm due to some logistics from the faculty SUEC members and some students who were still in class.

Ayodele Oluwaseyi who is politically known as AfterPsyche was able to poll out with 471 votes and Adeyemi Temitope who is politically known as Indomie also poll out with 176 votes and Adodo-Davies also known as King Davies poll out with 43 votes. The total void for the presidential candidate is 21. 

Adeofun Ajibola who is from the Department of Sociology, who is politically known as Hypeman Bolex, and Ayanbade Olamide Raymond  who is politically known as Rhazzy, from the department of Economics vibes for the post of social director, was able to poll out with a total of 711 votes, in which 654 votes were counted and 57 voids. Hypeman Bolex polled out with a total vote of 323 while Rhazzy polled 331 votes. Rhazzy was declared the winner. 

At the end of the election, the Electoral Chairman, Owolabi Taiwo Ademola is politically known as LAMBERT, declared AfterPsyche for president and Rhazzy as the Social Director.

Meanwhile, other political offices such as the V.P, the Gen Sec, PRO, financial secretary, Treasurer, Welfare Director, Sports Director, and AGS were automatically declared winners of the election.

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