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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