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The Guardian Newspaper: Oyo commissioner emerges one of Nigeria’s 50 most inspiring personalities

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THE Oyo State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Professor Adeniyi Olowofela has emerged as one of the fifty most inspiring personalities in Nigeria according to The Guardian Newspaper.

Concerned about the get-rich-quick mentality of the youths of today, the organizer described the ex- council boss, Olowofela and others picked from various field of endeavours as inspirational persons whose stories and life trajectories can serve to motivate the youths to think positively , and galvanize them to dream and pursue goals in order to achieve, rather than just wasting away their potentials by engaging in criminal activities.

According to The Guardian Newspaper in a letter written to the Commissioner, dated January 31, 2018 titled “NIGERIA’S 50 MOST INSPIRING PERSONALITIES -SPECIAL REPORT’ and obtained by Mega Icon Magazine, said: “We write to intimate you that you have been picked as one of the 50 to be spotlighted in this momentum report which will be the first of its kind by any newspaper”.

While lamenting the alarming rate of criminal activities that have been giving Nigeria and Nigerians the wrong names everywhere as a result of the mindset of the youths, the management of the national daily, however described this as worrisome and repulsive, saying ” they need to be re-oriented “.

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” Today in Nigeria, there is no hiding the fact that the youths are not interested in hard work or ready to struggle to achieve. All they want is money and they want it by hook or crook. They want to ride big cars, use luxury items, live in big houses and live comfortable lives without lifting a finger. This definitely is a complete antithesis to yesteryears when the youths then set their sights at certain goals in life and struggle through thick and thin to actualize these set goals. Then, it was usual for youths to work their way to the top in their various organizations and career.

“This is why The Guardian has come up with this initiative which is meant to make them see that there is virtue and valour in hard work by showcasing people who through hard work, resilience and can -do spirit got to great heights in this country”, the management informed.

Before nomination of the award, the Professor of geophysics, Olowofela who graduated from the University of Ibadan, (UI) has trained over 25,000 students, supervised over 50 B.Sc projects and more than 15 Ph.D projects, among whom have become Professors and Associate Professors. In the course of his academic career, he has more than 70 publications to his credit, two of them are being used by University students in Germany till today.

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Also, he served different parties and governments in various capacities which include: National Delegate for National Republican Convention (NRC) in 1990; Member, Governing Council, Oyo State College of Education, Oyo between 2000 and 2003.

Similarly, he has served as Party Chairman, Alliance for Democracy (AD), Ido Local Government, Oyo State between 2002 and 2003 and as Chairmanship Aspirant, All Nigerian People’s Party, (ANPP) where he won the controversial election conducted by the then Oyo State Governor, Senator Rashidi Ladoja in 2007.

Thereafter, he was appointed by Governor Abiola Ajimobi as Transition Committee Chairman, Ido Local Government from 2011 to December, 2014 and Commissioner for Education Science and Technology from June 2016 till date.

The Commissioner had received several awards and honours; both locally and national, which include: overall Best Performed Local Government Chairman in Nigeria, 2012 at the 19th Edition of National Award for Excellence in Grassroots Leadership, Presented by Grassroots Leadership Centre, Abuja.

Also, as overall Best Performed Local Government Chairman in Nigeria, 2012 on Works/Education at the 10th Edition of the All Nigerian Local Government Chairmen Merit Award (LOGMA 2012) by Mentors Communication, Abuja; Oodua Hero Council Chairman, 2013, an award presented by the Yoruba Youth Development Council, (YYDC).

The Professor also bagged ‘Oyo State Commissioner of the year award’, at the 2017 Miss Oyo State Beauty Pageant, presented by Silverstone Communications and Prestigious Award of Ambassador of Ethics and Conscience with Induction into Hall of Fame, 2018 by Centre for Ethics and Self Value Orientation.

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Don Pushes for B.Tech to Empower Polytechnic Graduates

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Dr. Taofeek Abdul-hameed, the Rector of the Federal Polytechnic, Ayede Ogbomoso, in Oyo State, has urged President Bola Tinubu to consider replacing the Higher National Diploma (HND) with a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) to address educational disparities and benefit indigent students nationwide.

Abdul-Hameed, speaking on behalf of a league of Rectors, during a live radio programme in Ibadan recently, emphasised the need to eliminate the dichotomy between Polytechnic and University education, asserting that both students and lecturers at Polytechnics are equally competent.

He argued that technical skills and entrepreneurship play a crucial role in a nation’s economic development, citing China and the United Arab Emirates as examples.

Highlighting the Polytechnics’ emphasis on practical skills and entrepreneurship, the don stressed the scarcity of white-collar jobs, advocating for equipping students with practical skills for self-employment after graduation.

“The way out is for the president to assent to the bill and cancel the HND to B.Tech programme, or else the disparity will continue. We hope that President Bola Tinubu signs the bill soon since the last administration failed to do so,” Abdul-Hameed remarked.

 

Commending the Federal Government for the approved Student Loan initiative, the Rector emphasised the importance of making education accessible to indigent students.

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He suggested low tuition fees and interest-free loans, asserting that skill acquisition should be an integral part of education to enable students to repay loans through acquired skills.

“As long as students receive loans from their institutions, they should be equipped with skill acquisitions so that they can pay back after 2 years or graduation. I want to believe that 2 years are sufficient for students, and if not, the government can consider renewing or extending the loan period,” Abdul-Hameed concluded.

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KWASU Students Arrested for Allegedly Beating Peer to Death

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Four unidentified undergraduate students of Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, are facing serious legal consequences after being apprehended for their alleged involvement in the fatal beating of a fellow student.

The tragic incident transpired penultimate week within one of the private hostels located outside the university premises. The assailants reportedly targeted the victim, whose identity remains undisclosed at this time, accusing him of surreptitiously filming them.

According to an account from a student who spoke with Channels Television, the victim succumbed to the severe injuries inflicted during the assault. The motives behind the alleged filming and subsequent attack are yet to be fully understood.

Toun Ejire-Adeyemi, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Kwara State Police Command, confirmed the distressing event on Friday, stating, “The alleged culprits were four but I cannot confirm their names now. They have been arrested while an investigation is still ongoing over the matter.”

 

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Oyo: Oseni pays WAEC fees of indigent students, begins free JAMB registration

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The lawmaker representing Ibarapa East/Ido federal constituency of Oyo State, Engr. Aderemi Oseni has paid the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) fees for 300 indigent students in the federal constituency.

Oseni, who is also the Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Federal Road Maintenance Agency (FERMA) has commenced the collection of data from eligible constituents in fulfillment of its 2024 free JAMB registration programme.

It will be recalled that the lawmaker at the stakeholders meeting and mega empowerment held last year December said under his education support scheme he will be providing free WAEC and JAMB registration for underprivileged students in the constituency

According to him, “Supporting education is crucial for securing the future of our constituency. Initiatives such as scholarships, tuition fee support, and free WAEC and JAMB registration will be introduced to ease the financial burden on students. Ensuring access to quality education is essential for nurturing the next generation of leaders.

“ Therefore, I am proud to announce that, starting in 2024, under the Remi Oseni Education Support Scheme, I will provide free WAEC and JAMB registration for students in the constituency. Additionally, the Remi Oseni Scholarship Award will be offered to less privileged children, ensuring robust support for all students at every level, including scholarships and tuition fee payment”.

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The APC chieftain, in a statement by his media aide, Idowu Ayodele, on Sunday, in Ibadan, noted that he is committed to investing in the future of the younger generation through education and other programmes that will boost their morale in pursuing a worthy future.

It further explained that eligible constituents of Ibarapa East/Ido federal constituency are expected to visit the Remi Oseni Constituency Office Ologuneru, Ibadan with their WAEC/NECO certificates, local government identification certificate (Ibarapa East/Ido local government) to get the free JAMB registration forms to register their data/details.

“It is important to emphasise that recipients of the free JAMB registration must provide clear evidence of residing and having received education in Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency. The registration commenced on Friday, February 2, 2024, and will conclude on Thursday, February 8, 2024. Eligible students are required to visit the constituency office between 9 am and 6 pm,” the statement reiterated.

Oseni, however, reassured the constituents of more dividends of democracy and quality representation.

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