Mass Comm Wins SOSSA Dean's Cup In Thrilling Finale

By: Boluwatife Kehinde

In a nail-biting finale, the Department of Mass Communication at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, emerged victorious in the 2023/2024 Social Sciences Dean's Cup, defeating the Department of Sociology 9-8 in a penalty shootout.

The match played at the school Sports Complex, saw Mass Communication take an early lead with a goal from Goodness Olukayode just two minutes into the game. However, Sociology equalized at the 36-minute mark with a free kick head goal from Daouda Matthew.

The second half was intense, with Mass Communication's strong defence holding off pressure from Sociology. The match ended in a stalemate, leading to a penalty shootout, where Mass Communication emerged victorious.

The Faculty President, Ojo Olayemi, praised the teams for their sportsmanship and urged all SOSSAite to continue showing unity and support. 

A one-minute silence was also observed in memory of the late Faculty Dean, Professor Ebenezer Ogunbadewa.

Notable attendees at the event included the Faculty Sub-Dean, Dr Idowu Harrison, Student Union President, Boladale Oyindamola; General Secretary; Oladele, Sunday; SOSSA Faculty President, Ojo Olayemi among others.

This victory marks a historic win for the Department of Mass Communication, as they raise the cup with golden medals as champions of the 2023/2024 AAUA Social Sciences Dean's Cup.

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NAPSS AAUA Banned Indefinitely

By: Eniola Amadu

The Department of Political Science at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, has directed the indefinite ban of the National Association of Political Science Students (NAPSS) AAUA chapter.

This directive was contained in a circular signed by the Acting Head of Department, Dr. N.H. Iwu, yesterday.

The decision was made due to the department's unsuccessful attempts to intervene and resolve the political crisis within the association, which allegedly involved blackmail, threats, name-calling, protests, and assault.

Although no current executives have been formally removed, according to the circular, their tenure has ended, and the department will oversee the completion of ongoing projects.

Consequently, all NAPSS activities, events, and social media-related platforms have also been closed indefinitely.

Incumbent executive members have been instructed to return all association assets to the departmental secretary within 48 hours of receiving the circular.

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CSDI Donates Cash, Other Items for Campus Programmes

By Eniola Akinwunmi-Niyi

The Centre for Storytelling and Development Initiative (CSDI) has donated a sum of N100,000 and some essential items to the Department of Mass Communication, Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko chapter.

The donation was made during the 17th Press Week of the National Association of Mass Communication Students (NAMACOS), AAUA chapter, recently held at the ENT 500 auditorium, where prominent figures from the field of journalism, politics, student representatives, and CSDI members were present.

The founder of CSDI, Mr Saheed Ibrahim represented by Rahaman Yusuf, emphasised the importance of supporting educational institutions and the role of journalism in societal development during his speech.

"At CSDI, we believe that nurturing young minds and providing them with necessary resources is crucial for building a better future. Our donation is a testament to our commitment to the growth and development of students who will become tomorrow's leaders."

In his remarks, the president of the association, Oyolola Samuel, said the cash donation would be used judiciously to purchase renovation items for the department.

“We are saying a very big thank you to the CSDI team, as this will help facilitate the renovation of our Mass Communication Department Relaxation Center and provide a better studying environment for Mass Communication students."

A 400-level student at the department, Omolere Covenant, highlighted the significance of the donation, saying, "The funds provided by CSDI will greatly aid our departmental projects. We are grateful for their support and look forward to utilising these resources to their fullest potential."

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SOSSA Election: Coco Bagzz Wins With Landslide Votes

By: Ruth Joseph, Eniola Amadu & Precious Ololade

Ikuemonisan Julius Ademibo, a 300-level student of the Mass Communication Department also known as Coco Bagzz, has won the presidential seat of the Faculty of Social Sciences at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko.

Ikuemonisan today won with 1,215 votes, defeating his opponent Akosile Olawafisolami from the Economics Department, also known as FISOLA, who secured 326 votes.

He was declared the winner by the chairman of the SOSSA Independent Student Electoral Committee (ISEC), Onawale Oluwadamilola after the end of the 2023/2024 SOSSA election.

In other contested positions, Justina Ogbaji won the vice presidency with 1,299 votes, beating Olauwadar Faith Omohimoria who got 208 votes. 

Bolu Ojo, also known as Horlamiwale, won the Welfare position with 964 votes, while Olugboyega Oluseyi, also known as Atom, won the General Secretary position with 963 votes.

Some candidates ran unopposed, including Folagbade Greatness Ayoola for Public Relations Officer (PRO), Ganiyu Quadri for Assistant General Secretary (AGS), Racheal Oluwamayomide Mayor for Treasurer, and Ebijimi Boluwatife Moyosore for Social Director.

The SOSSA ISEC commended the transparency of the election and urged all students to support the newly elected candidates.

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AAUA: Aiyedatiwa Plans Improved Infrastructure, Security of Lives

Photo Credit: Ayodele Suberu

By: Our Reporter

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has planned to improve the infrastructure and security of lives in and around the campus of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko.

Aiyedatiwa disclosed this on Saturday during an unscheduled visit to the university to assess some of the challenges faced by students of the institution.

After the tour, the Governor directed the Ministry of Infrastructure to begin the rehabilitation of the alternative road into the AAUA campus.

"There have been a series of accidents near the university due to the road's topography, where vehicles, particularly trucks and lorries, lose control and run into the school gate area, resulting in tragic loss of lives," he said.

"We are now working on creating alternative routes for heavy vehicles, which will be included in our budget. Our goal is to enhance the safety and quality of life for the university community, which comprises over 20,000 students. We are committed to providing the necessary infrastructure and amenities to support them,” the Governor said.

The Vice Chancellor of the University, Professor Olugbenga Ige, conducted the Governor on a tour of the main gate and the alternative route into the school. 

The university community has been using the alternative road leading to the second gate of the school after the main gate was shut due to incessant loss of lives to accidents along the gate.

The VC informed the Governor that past efforts to rehabilitate the alternative road in recent years have proved abortive, while the management has opened more routes for ease of commuting for staff and students.

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NAMACOS AAUA Hosts 17th Annual Public Lecture

By Joseph Ruth & Eniola Amadu

The National Association of Mass Communication Students (NAMACOS) Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA) Chapter, held its 17th annual public lecture on Wednesday.

Media experts across Nigeria discussed the theme, "Media Innovations and AI Technologies: Understanding the Ethics and Future of Mass Communication."

Keynote speakers included Chief Press Secretary to the Ondo State Governor, Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan; Special Assistant to the Governor on Photography, Motunrayo Oyedele; Folashade Ogunride, an investigative journalist with Premium Times; Saheed Ibrahim of Centre for Storytelling and Development Initiative and Juliet Buna, a journalist at Crest FM Ibadan, among others.

Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan encouraged students to "embrace AI with sense" and use it to their advantage. 

Similarly, Motunrayo Oyedele advised students to view AI as a friend, citing its benefits in research, data analysis, and improved writing. 

Folashade Ogunride emphasised using AI to enhance media work, not replace journalists' work. 

Juliet Buna discussed AI's role in fact-checking, warning against misusing AI by copying its responses without adding a human touch. She encouraged students to learn how to manipulate AI, rather than relying solely on it, to avoid reducing their intellectual capacity.

The event concluded with cash prize awards presented to winners of the Shola Ilesanmi writing and debate competition, held in memory of the late icon.

Emmanuel Oluwadola emerged as the winner of the Essay Writing competition, while Adeniran Sunmisola and Odebisi Blessing Oluwaseun became the first and second runners-up, respectively.

In the Debate competition category, Adinnu Eberechukwu Jeremiah emerged as the winner, while Ahmed Mohammed Abiola and Oluwafemi Mercy Oluwabunmi bagged the first and second runner-up positions, respectively.

A cash prize of N50,000 was presented to the winners, while the first and second runners-up received N30,000 and N20,000, respectively.

In response to the speech of the Head of the Department, Dr Raphael Abimbola who informed the guests about the proposed new Faculty of Media and Communication Studies yet-to-be full-fledged, the Chief Press Secretary donated a sum of N1million in support of the proposed faculty and also donated a sum of N100,000 to the NAMACOS association.

Centre for Storytelling and Development Initiative founded by Saheed Ibrahim also donated N100,000 and raised another N57,000 from friends.

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