Managing Stress in Student Life

By Tofunmi Oyekanmi

From academic pressure to financial challenges, learning how to manage stress is essential for every student's success and we'll being

Gaining admission into the university is very vital and it can prove to be the most stressful in the life of every student. A student can experience any form of stress ranging from academic pressure, financial challenge, lifestyle or personal stress to parent or societal expectation. Therefore it is paramount that as a student, you manage your stress level well.

Stress is the natural reaction your body has to an overwhelming situation or a greater demand beyond what you can handle. One of the types of stress student can face is academic stress which include the pressure of exam, meeting deadline or fear of poor performance some of which might be caused by time mismanagement and procrastination. Due to high cost of living expenses, some student might face financial issues.

To properly and effectively manage stress level as a student, you need to give a time for yourself which will allow you do things that you are passionate about. You do not necessarily have to revolve your life around school activities only. Build a balance and healthy lifestyle by giving yourself time to relax. Also while studying, it is essential to take a little break in order to rest your brains, energize yourself and you will be more focused on your study.

As a student, you must practice time management. To do this, you must create a to-do list of what you need to do during a specific period and allocate time for each task. The list must be simple and achievable for you to do. In addition to this, cut down on any unnecessary extracurricular activities that may affect your to-do list. Prioritize your academic goal and do not be reluctant to seek support from family or friends in order not to be overwhelmed by burden.

In conclusion, stress is unavoidable but learning to manage it is key. A proper planning and adequate care of yourself helps you achieve a balance in your life and reduce stress. Know your self well and do not compare yourself with others. What will work for others might not work for you.

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Location of PVC Centre for Akungba

By Tofunmi Oyekanmi

To be eligible to vote in Nigeria, two key requirements must be met: age and possession of your own Permanent Voter's Card (PVC) issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

While being 18 years or older qualifies you to vote, having a Permanent Voter's Card is essential to participate in elections and fulfill your civic duty as a Nigeria citizen. 

To locate INEC’s office in Akungba for registration, data updates, polling unit transfers, or to report issues, visit the address: “Opposite Patrick Secondary School, Iwaro Oka Akoko.” 

The registration period begins on May 11, 2026, and will close on Friday, July 10, 2026. Registration hours are Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Make sure to arrive early with a valid means of identification. Don't wait until the last minute, as queues may become overwhelming. 

All Nigerians who wish to participate in elections must take the important step of obtaining their PVC.

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Governor Aiyedatiwa Approves Obamuyi as New AAUA VC

By: Tofunmi Oyekanmi

A new leadership milestone had begun as the Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa approved the appointment of Professor Tomola Marshal Obamuyi as the substantive Vice Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko (AAUA).

According to the statement released on Friday by the Ondo State Government, the governing council, under the leadership of Dr Tunji Abayomi, recommended Prof. Obamuyi for appointment after a rigorous screening and interview exercise, which was conducted by the Joint Council and Senate Selection Board. This recommendation was finally approved by Governor Aiyedatiwa. 

Governor Aiyedatiwa, in his congratulatory message, has expressed his confidence and described the newly appointed vice chancellor as someone who is capable of building on the university's achievement and advancing academic excellence, innovation and institutional development. 

Prof. Obamuyi, an accomplished scholar of Banking and Finance, has served several leadership position including the Head of Department of Banking And Finance at Adekunle Ajasin university and the Dean of the School of Management Technology at Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA).

He was also awarded as the best professor of banking and Finance in Africa at Africa Education Leadership award. The appointment takes effect after the completion of the tenure of the outgoing Vice Chancellor, Professor Olugbenga Ige

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AAUA Cowrywise Hosts Finance IQ

By: Ayotomiwa Mayomi

The Adekunle Ajasin Universy Cowrywise Ambassadors organized a Finance IQ: Debate and Quiz on the 25th June, 2026, at the Old Relaxation Center (RC), opposite OBJ hall, by 11am. 

The event which was organized by the AAUA Cowrywise Ambassadors partnered with the AAUA Literary Debates and Society featured both quiz and debate competition subsequently. 

According to the Cowrywise campuslead, Olorundare Princess, She described the event as an intellectual space to promote financial literacy. She therefore encouraged student build their financial potential.

In addition, she encouraged students to embrace new skills in order to improve their financial potential. “Learn new skill. It can be remote, digital or physical skill. Just make sure you add to your earning potential,” Princess said.

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Princess also uses the avenue to announce the upcoming literacy conference on the 17th, of July, which will be a platform for growth and networking.

More so, a 300-level from Science Education department, Jegede Goodness, depicted the event space for network and beyond expectations. She states “ foremost, it’s beyond my expectations, I met new people and I was presented a double honour award.” 

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NAMACOS Equips Students for Life After Graduation

By Ayomide Oguntade

The National Association of Mass Communication Students (NAMACOS), AAUA Chapter, organised a one-day workshop for students at the Olusegun Obasanjo Hall on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.

The programme was designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate life after graduation and position themselves for gainful employment.

Following the opening remarks by the NAMACOS President, Hammed Muhammed (p.k.a Anonymous), a leadership session was delivered by Public Relations expert and consultant, Oluwalade Oluwaseyi and during the session, he highlighted how Mass Communication students can strategically build their careers while still on campus.

Also speaking at the workshop, an alumnus of the Department of Mass Communication, and a multimedia journalist and BBC correspondent, Adesola Ikulajolu, addressed students on "life after school."

He revealed that there is "no pity" for graduates in the job market and stressed the importance of having tangible skills and achievements to showcase.

He further stated that graduates should not be afraid of outcomes, urging them to "risk it" or "jade tan" (meaning that a graduate should come out fully without fear).

During the panel session, students raised concerns about staying motivated amid unemployment and family pressure after graduation.

Responding to the concerns, lecturers from the Department of Mass Communication advised students not to allow pressure to diminish their hopes. 

They also encouraged them to learn from their mistakes and begin building their careers early.

When asked about one mistake graduates should avoid, a lecturer in the department, Dr Ishola Lamidi, said: "Don't despise your humble beginning."

Furthermore, while responding to questions about pressure from parents and family members when jobs are not forthcoming despite multiple applications, the former Head of Department (HOD), Dr Raphael Abimbola, noted: "Don't be idle, find something doing even when payable job isn't available."

Addressing whether the knowledge gained in the classroom is sufficient for employment or if students should acquire additional skills, another lecturer, Mrs Ayodele Ajayi, advised: "Start early; a little beginning is very important."

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Professor Akingbesote Unveils Future of Digital Trade

By Kuwam Babarinde

A professor of Artificial Intelligence and e-market service, Professor Alaba Akingbesote has advocated traditional market to bidirectional AI - cloud e-market place.

Professor Olatunji, who is a professor emeritus of the faculty of computing, made the call while addressing Adekunle Ajasin University 66th inaugural lecture, titled, “ From Traditional Markets To Bidirectional AI - Cloud E-Marketplaces: Emergence, Challenges, and Expectations,” on 16 June 2026.

He stated how his journey began as a computer graduate assistant, who was employed in the then Ondo State University, Ado-Ekiti in 1995, and now, a professor of Artificial Intelligence and e-marketing service. 

In his speech he described this 66th inauguration ceremony in the university as the second of its kind in the faculty of computing. While the first lecture was delivered by Prof. S.O. Olatunji, who served as the first Professor of Artificial Intelligence in AAUA. 

He further stated that Prof Olatunji served as an inspiration to him as he stands before the audience today, as the first Professor of Artificial Intelligence and E-Market service in AAUA, and delivering the second inaugural lecture in the Faculty of Computing. Consequently, this is the first in the Department of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) in AAUA.

According to him, this lecture focuses on examining the various marketing strategies that have evolved and some of the challenges of each marketplace. He therefore stated that this gives him the opportunity to present to the audience his contributions to the body of knowledge in addressing some of these challenges.

He believed that this lecture also looks beyond 2027 by forecasting or predicting some of the expectations that service consumers are awaiting in the bi-directional AI-Cloud e-marketplaces. He appeals to the audience to pardon him because there is the risk that some of the technical terms that he must inevitably use may still be tricky for the lay-man to understand.

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AAUA set for 2026 Students' Union games

Babarinde Kuwam 

‎The much-anticipated Adekunle Ajasin University Students' Union (AAUASU) Games is set to kick off from June 27 to July 4, 2026, marking the long-awaited return of sporting activities at the AAUA Sports Complex.

This comes after a prolonged break, as the Sports Director of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akanbi Oluwamayowa, popularly known on campus as "Mayor'bles," announced plans to revive the AAUASU Games.

According to a statement released by Oluwamayowa, the tournament is organized to promote sportsmanship, unity, physical fitness, and healthy competition among students.

Mayor'bles further stated that all faculties are eligible to participate in the tournament. He urged faculties to begin preparations immediately and complete the necessary registration within the stipulated period.

In the statement, the Sports Director also outlined the various events scheduled for the tournament, including football, basketball, volleyball, hockey, indoor games, and lawn tennis. He specified the number of players and coaches required from each faculty for the different competitions.

The 400lv Sociology student added that all additional information regarding the tournament would be communicated in due course.

On a final note, he encouraged all students to participate actively in the competition and support their respective faculties to ensure a successful and memorable sporting event.

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The Men We Forget to Celebrate

By: Ayotomiwa Mayomi 

“Globally, men are less likely to be diagnosed with depression and anxiety than women. But they are far more likely to die by suicide and to struggle with substance misuse. This isn't because men suffer less — it's because they seek help less, and stigma silences them." 

Based on World Health Organization (WHO) Global Health Estimates

June is specially designed to celebrate men’s mental health, referencing men’s resilient and courageous steps to live daily. Mental health is a state of mental well-being that enables people to cope with the stresses of life, realize their abilities, learn well and work well, and contribute to their community. It has intrinsic and instrumental value and is integral to our well-being and men are recognized to experience them. 

At any one time, a diverse set of individual, family, community and structural factors may combine to protect or undermine mental health. Although most Men are resilient, Men who are exposed to adverse circumstances including poverty, violence, disability and inequality are at higher risk of developing a mental health condition.

Many mental health conditions can be effectively treated at relatively low cost, yet health systems remain significantly under-resourced and treatment gaps are wide all over the world. Mental health care is often poor in quality when delivered. Men with mental health conditions often also experience stigma, discrimination and human rights violations.

Men must be praised for their resilient struggles of life

On December 2025, The Lagoon Palms Aviary Club of Nigeria hosted an insightful symposium focused on men’s mental health awareness. The symposium, aptly themed “Breaking Barriers: Men’s Mental Health and Awareness,” was spearheaded by the club’s president, Adegoke Caleb.

In his address to journalists, Caleb emphasized the urgency of conversations around men’s mental health, highlighting that societal norms often sideline these discussions in favor of women’s health issues. “It’s important that we talk about men’s mental state of health,” he stated, pointing out that men face a myriad of challenges that can lead to emotional turmoil, stress, and even depression.

In a Facebook post from the Nigeria Ministry of Health to Men “June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month. This year’s theme, Partners in Care, reminds us that supporting men’s mental wellbeing starts with listening, checking in, and staying connected. 

Every conversation matters. Every person matters.

#MensMentalHealthMonth.”

Egemba Chinonso Fidelis popularly known as Aproko Doctor, who is a Nigerian doctor, health influencer publicly eulogies men

“525,000 a year, 10,000 a week, 1,400 a day. These are the number of men that die by suicide. 

Happy Men’s Mental Health Month

To Everyman reading this: your are not a burden and you do not have to carry the weight of the alone. Speaking up is real strength”

Too often, public health messages direct men towards overstretched or culturally incongruent clinical services. When men do engage particularly around suicidality they might be met with risk-averse, depersonalising responses.

This misalignment creates a paradox: the more visibly distressed a man becomes, the more likely he is to encounter exclusion from available services. Awareness without system readiness risks eroding trust and engagement. What is needed is evidence-informed awareness embedded in systems that are resourced and prepared to respond effectively.

Therefore, Men should be celebrated, encouraged and supported. Dr. Sunday Amosu (Consultant Psychiatrist, Director of Research & Training, Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, Nigeria) asserts 

"Our culture teaches that men must not cry, must not show emotions, and must always be in control. However, studies have shown that this is doing a lot of harm. When we bottle emotions, it is like a keg of gunpowder waiting to explode.

"Positive masculinity promotes empathy, respect, and partnership. It tells us that men can cry and still be strong. Crying is not a sign of weakness. It helps to regulate mood, relieve stress, and promote healing." 

 

Happy Men’s mental health month.

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AN OPEN LETTER TO PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU: THE PROMISES WE RECITE

 

Letter To The President

His Excellency,
Bola Ahmed Tinubu
President, Federal Republic of Nigeria
Aso Rock Villa
Abuja, Nigeria

Dear Mr. President,

AN OPEN LETTER TO PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU: THE PROMISES WE RECITE

I trust this letter finds you well. I write to you today out of concern for the state of our nation and the growing realities faced by millions of Nigerians.

The International Press Centre compiled your campaign promises, and after going through them, they seem feasible and would have brought benefits to Nigerians during your tenure. However, as it is running to an end, Nigerians are still in agony. 

Banditry and kidnapping have become our new normal, unemployment still flies in the air, starvation and malnutrition is rampant, the gap between the rich and poor widens every day, and Nigeria has now become a field of hunger games where we strive to survive in an unsecured state; no wonder we are termed “a state of serious concern.”

In May 2024, we returned to using our former national anthem, "Nigeria we hail thee". You didn't ask for the opinions of the citizens and the motive behind changing the national anthem is still not clear, it will be assumed that it was of good intentions because, the lyrics align with some of your 2022/2023 campaign promises. 

The first stanza of the national anthem summarises who we are as a nation with so many ethnic groups but do we still stand in brotherhood when there are ethnic clashes almost all over the states? Youths are deferring the NYSC call because they are scared of being posted to states with security concerns and the anthem says "Nigerians all, are proud to serve, our sovereign motherland". 

Stanza two says "our flag shall be a symbol that truth and justice reign" in a country where government officials forge certificates to get into position, laundering of public funds is the order of the day and the poor can't get real justice because, they can't afford it. 

"In peace or battle honoured, and this we count as gain", Are we counting the deaths of innocent ones as a gain? We sing not to pass on to our children a banner without stain but which banner are we talking about? Is it the green, white, green already coloured with the blood of citizens, or a banner that has crime and insurgency written all over it? Some children can't boast of an interesting childhood while some memories are filled with trauma and you think they still want to hold on to this banner that has failed them?

A country that is supposed to be “God's beloved” still suffers from oppression that devastates the country, the direct opposite of "help us to build a nation where no man is oppressed". Citizens are oppressed by the dilapidated economy, banditry and some government rules that do not favour the poor in their pockets. 

"And so with peace and plenty, Nigeria may be blessed". Is it safe to say we are cursed? Because, there's definitely no peace in this country and lack lurks in every corner of the country. Food prices surge, humans go missing amidst terrorist attacks almost every month, and citizens are left in tears and fear.

The children kidnapped in Oyo state are still being held captive and the deaths of insurgency victims are still fresh in the hearts of family members. Some persons have gone missing, farmers can't go to farm anymore and serious deliberations are made before embarking on any journey especially when travelling by road.

How about the promise you made at a campaign rally held at Osogbo in February 2023 of "strengthening the bedrock of our national security and upgrading our weapon systems, exploiting aerial technological superiority, and to further identify, monitor, and subdue the criminals, terrorists, and bandits who would do harm to ordinary citizens"

Beyond this, is your promise of giving priority to confronting security, making the economy one of widely shared prosperity, and paying special attention to agriculture made at a rally organised by the Arewa community at the Mobolaji Johnson stadium, Onikan, Lagos in January 2023.

As this tenure is ending with plans of you going for another term, are Nigerians still eligible to keep their trust in you if re-elected or will the next four years be a continuation of this torture?

Yes, uneasy lies the head that wears the crown but please, make it easy for the ones who wore you the crown.

Yours faithfully,

Ayomide Oguntade

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