The program which started slightly behind schedule did at exactly 11:15am with opening prayers from both the Islamic and Christian faith. Thereafter, Prof. John Oladapo Obafunwa (VC LASU) stepped up to the podium to read out the achievements of his 1095days in office (a sojourn he began on Tuesday November, 1st, 2011.).
Prof. Obafunwa (7th Vice Chancellor of the institution) started on a funny note stating that we are celebrating 195 days in office, the reaction from the students present gave him the sign that he had given a wrong representation of the day as he quickly corrected himself.
He however excused himself, saying "the whole idea was not mine, I never conceived it". It was conceived by some group of individual and suggested to him, he was convinced that there was need for him to give an account of his achievement since assuming office, and so he welcomed it.
He progressed by giving credit to the Governing council, members of the management team, Deans and Heads of faculty and Units, Directors, Staffs, Students and critics alike as he could not have done it alone.
He apologised to individuals and groups whose toe he had stepped on in the process of making LASU a better place.
From L-R Deputy VC Adminintration Prof. Fidelis Njokanma, VC-Prof. Obafunwa, Deputy VC Academics Prof. Sena Bakre
Some members of Academic Staff Union of University LASU branch at the entrance of the event a vote of no confidence on the VC and his administration in a document that was circulated.
He pointed out inadequate funding, environmental challenges among others as problems LASU is facing, he however assured that the University is waxing stronger and will get over its problem amidst union activities, the door is always open for dialogue, he concluded.
Finally, he gives his score card for the period of 1095 days in office.
LASU SCHOOL OF TRANSPORT BUILDING - COMPLETED AND COMMISIONED BY GOVERNOR
LASU RADIO - COMPLETED WITH ON-GOING TEST TRANSMISSION
UNIVERSITY LANGUAGE LABORATORY - COMPLETED
RENOVATION OF 3 in 1 LECTURE THEATRE, FACULTY OF EDUCATION - COMPLETED
FACE LIFT OF UNIV. HEALTH CENTRE, LIBRARY, MBA, STAFF QUARTERS, AND PG SCHOOL
CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FOR LASU, OJO CAMPUS
CONVOCATION FOR THREE(3) CONSECUTIVE YEAR, THE FOURTH IS SCHEDULED TO COME UP FEBRUARY, 2015 AS AGREED BY SENATE.
7-STOREY SENATE BUILDING AT 40% COMPLETION
4 - STOREY UNIV. ULTRA MODERN LIBRARY AT 30% COMPLETION
FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCE COMPLEX AT 10% COMPLETION
LASU HOMES - THREE(3) BLOCKS OF 12 FLATS EACH FOR STAFF ACCOMODATION AT 10% COMPLETION
STUDENY UNION ARCADE BUILDING - 85% COMPLETION
EFFECTIVE DRAINAGE NETWORK SYSTEM
CONSTRUCTION OF CAR PARK BEHIND BLOCK II (ON-GOING), CAR PARK AT BANK PREMISES (SCHEDULED).
VC's COCKTAIL QUADRANGLE (BETWEEN BLOCK I AND II)- UNDER CONSTRUCTION
DEED OF GIFT FOR AGEMOWO-MOSAFEJO LAND DONATED TO LASU BY LATE JUSTICE ELIAS
SECURING OF PAPERS IN SUPPORT OF LASU-EPE LAND AS GIVEN TO LASU BY LATE SIR MICHAEL OTEDOLA
2 in 1 LECTURE THEATRE, FACULTY OF LAW AT 95% COMPLETION
RENOVATION OF BLOCK I & II - ONGOING
SPEED UP OF STUDENT REGISTRATION PROCESS AND RELEASE OF RESULT UNDER 3 - 4 WEEK, ETC.
QUESTION AND ANSWER TIME
Just like any other presentation, questions will arise and answers must be provided. Whether the answers are genuine or otherwise remains the judgement of the person asking the question.
The following question were entertained from the member of press present (all to the VC).
Have you step on any Banana peel, if yes how did you get out of it.
Are you bothered about the present University ranking and what program do you have getting to the top of the ranking
There are information on the withdrawal of some PhD. certificates of some lecturers, how true is this and what necessitated this action.
What are you doing about External system students who have graduated and are yet to get their certificates
What is your greatest challenge ever during your 1095 days in office
Any regrets so far on actions taken vis-a-vis issues relating to reduction in school fees among others
How would you ensure that students across all campuses get fair and equal treatment irrespective of the fact that they are on the main campus or satellite campus
The VC in his response gave the following submission
On Banana peel
Yes I have and have always meander around it.
On present University Ranking
A lot of things are factored into the ranking, infrastructure, human resource both academic and non-academic, overall student performance, course accreditation (Out of 62 courses in LASU, 61 have either full or partial accreditation) among others. LASU has a lot going right in almost all the conditions that leads to a good ranking.
On withdrawal of some PhD certificates
Yes, it is indeed a fact and I believe its justified. If someone applies for a particular discipline and writes his/her dissertation on the field, there is no justification in awarding a doctoral degree on another field. For instance, someone applied for MPhil International Business and gets a certificate of PhD. Marketing (International Business), this is wrong as there is no double honour as far as PhD is concerned. More importantly, the University can only award certificates for program it offers, simply put...you can't give what yo do not have.
On External System Students
Most of the claims are not genuine, few genuine cases are being treated, while some have been treated.
On regrets so far on action taken (School fees)
Yes, but it depends on the side of the divide you belong. If you look at it from the perspective revenue generation then its on the bad side. He quickly used the opportunity to inform students of their refund, that the delay is due to bureaucracy.
On fair treatment across all campuses
There are no complaint so far, but we are working to ensure everyone is fairly treated.
All road leads to the Lagos State University, Ojo as the Vice Chancellor, Professor John Oladapo Obafunwa gives stewardship account of his 1095 days in office.
The event is scheduled to hold at the New Auditorium in the school premises by 10.00am prompt. All are cordially invited.
Themmy's promise to keep you posted as the event progresses.
The Central Bank of Nigeria has further devaluated the Nigerian currency with an additional #13 to the old official rate of #155, the Naira now stands at #168 to 1US dollar.
This is a clear indication that the Nigerian economy is falling apart gradually as austerity measures are beginning to become manifested.
Your foremost online shopping mall konga.com introduced exciting and unbelievable discount on favourite items you would love to have (in the spirit of the season...winks).
YAKATA is Nigeria's biggest shopping event. It is Konga's way of bringing the famous "BLACK FRIDAY" sales to millions of people across Nigeria with mind blowing discounts of up to 70% on the range of items sold on konga.com.
konga launched yakata sales last year with incredible deals across all categories, with certain items selling out faster than anticipated. Items like fashion with 65% discount on sale - for those who are conscious of what they wear
Sony play station 4 with a discount of 56% on yakata sale
Techno Phantom A+ with a discount of 45% on yakata sale
Samsung 8kg washing machine with a discount of 24% on yakata sale
...and lots more.
konga.com sales this year on yakata sales was incredible, hope you did not miss out...should be back next year though (smiles).
Almost every item on KONGA was be discounted with specially selected items enjoying larger, more deeper discounts while stock last.
"IF YOU MISSED THIS YEAR" next year is just around the corner. KONGA promises to brings to you her WORLD CLASS DELIVERY NETWORK TEAM that ensures orders are delivered in record time.
Former president Olusegun Obasanjo during the activities marking the popular Ake festival spoke on his view about the oerformance of President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan as being below average. Read more here Jonathan’s Performance Below Average – Obasanjo
THE PUBLIC SERVICE INSTITUTE OF NIGERIA, A CONSULTANT ARM OF A FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OWNED INSTITUTE SET UP TO ENSURE ADEQUATE TRAINING OF WORKERS IN THE OIL AND GAS SECTOR SEEK TO RECRUIT SELF DRIVEN, EXPERIENCED, MOTIVATED AND CREDIBLE INDIVIDUALS TO FILL THE UNDER LISTED VACANCIES.
Vacant Positions
JOB TITLE: Lecturer Officer II (Welding Engineering and Offshore Technology)
Qualification:
B.Eng/B.Sc Material & Metallurgy/ Mechanical;
Welding /Marine or Production Engineering;
Minimum of Second Class Honours Lower Division;
A higher degree will be an added advantage.
Experience/Specialisation:
Two years post NYSC cognate experience; in Welding, Material Testing, NDT, Subsea Operation.
2. JOB TITLE: Diving Instructor (Welding Engineering and Offshore Technology)
Qualification:
HSE Class II Diving Certificate or ITS Equivalent;
Minimum of ND in Welding and Fabrication/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Technology or Marine Biology.
Experience/Specialisation
Two years cognate experience; in Chamber Operator, Equipment Maintenance, Dive Medic & First Aid.
The journal does not restrict Participants to specific sub-theme, research papers which are multi-disciplinary must address specific challenges faced by Nigerian Universities on Human Capacity development, funding, curriculum, students activities, university administration, University Contribution to the Larger society as a microcosm and a reflection on the former and vice versa, campus life and pragmatic solution to the hydra-headed problems of tertiary Education Making LASU a Case study and The Antecedents and Prospect of Lagos State University.
CALL FOR PAPER:
Lagos State University Students' Union hereby, invites you to Participate in its first of its kind inter-disciplinary journal on THE GOWN, THE TOWN AND THE EXPECTATIONS. The Summit is Aimed at bringing together, Works from Various Disciplines Across the country to Share their experience and research results on Issues relating to Economics, human capacity and Social development of an Ivory tower.
KEY NOTE SPEAKERS
Mr Babatunde Raji Fashola(SAN)
The Executive Governor of Lagos State.
Topic: The Gown,the Town and The Expectations.
His Highness Mallam Muhammed Sanusi II
Emir Of Kano.
Topic: Building a STRONG VALUE SYSTEM in Nigerian Graduates.
Professor Emeritus Wole Soyinka
Noble Laureate
Topic: The Effect of Government Social Economic Policies on University Education.
PAPER SUBMISSION:
All Papers and contributions should be submitted to: lasu30anniversary@yahoo.com, lasu30anniversary@gmail.com. For consideration on or before 23rd of November,2014
NOTE: All submission MUST be properly referenced in the Standard Format.
All submissions are subjected to the discretion of the Editorial Board. Thanks.
NYSC DG Faults 38900 Allawee Increase
The Director General of the National Youths Service Corps, in person of Brigadier J. B Olawunmi this afternoon faulted the increment in the payment of the teeming corps members.
This was established by him at the ongoing camp in Ondo. He enjoined all corps members to debunk it as either sheer expensive rumour that can't hold water or that can't stand the logical test of time. He further reaffirmed that, if truly the bill had scaled through the other stages & most especially, the Committee Stage on the floor of the House, this would still have to wait so as to be included as part of the 2015 Budget before it's being effected.
This was coming on the heals of the wound of suspense that the Batch B, C & A have been much anticipated for. In line with the motion that was sponsored by an APC member of the House of Reps who's from Kwara made sure that this bill sees the light of the day as it took the centre stage of debate/deliberation.
This rumour has been flying around like Unseen Flying Object (UFO) after which it's generated huge controversy amongst the fresh & senior Otondos. Moreover, the DG assured the corps members who're sworn in this afternoon to be good ambassadors as they uphold the virtues of NYSC.
He pressed the fact home that, the only change that has been effected regarding this controversy is the upward review of the feeding allowance on camp from 100 naira per day to 500 naira per day & assigned to each corps member. This was considered as part of the Transformation Agenda of Mr. President & his cabinet, he added.
Tied to this, he said that, he has recommended before the National Assembly alongside other government stakeholders that are involved on the upward review up to 39800.
If the statement of the Director General of NYSC is anything to go by, it is a good omen that better times await the Batch B & C corps members.
Time table and schedule of activities for general elections, 2015 - INEC
1. Commencement of Presidential & National Assembly campaign by political parties.
16th November, 2014
2. Commencement of Governorship and State House of Assembly campaign -30th November, 2014
3. Collection of Forms for all elections by Political Parties 4th-11th November, 2014
For Political Parties to issue to their candidates at INEC Headquarters.
4. Conduct of Party primaries including resolution of disputes arising from the Primaries.
Commencement date 2nd October 2014
Ends 11th December, 2014
5. Last day of submission of Forms CF001 and CF002 at the INEC Headquarters (for all elections).
Presidential and National Assembly-18th December, 2014
Governorship and State House of Assembly -25th December, 2014
6. Publication of Personal Particulars of Candidates (CF001) (for all elections)
Presidential and National Assembly-25th December, 2014
Governorship and State House of Assembly- 1st January, 2015
7. Last day of withdrawal by candidate(s) replacement of withdrawn candidate(s) by Political parties.
Presidential and National Assembly -30th December, 2014
Governorship and State House of Assembly-13th January, 2015
8. Last day for the submission of Nomination forms by Political Parties.
Presidential and National Assembly -6th January, 2015
Governorship and State House of Assembly -20th January, 2015
9. Publication of official Register of voters for the election. -13th January, 2015
10. Publication of list of nominated candidates.
Presidential and National Assembly-13th January, 2015
Governorship and State House of Assembly -27th January, 2015
11. Publication of Notice of Poll
28th January, 2015 (for all elections)
12.Submission of names of Party Agents for the Election to the Electoral Officer of the Local Government Areas or Area Council.
Presidential and National Assembly-29th January, 2015
Governorship and State House of Assembly-12th February, 2015
13. Last day for campaigns
Presidential and National Assembly-12th February, 2015
Governorship and State House of Assembly -26th February, 2015
14. Dates of Elections
National Assembly/Presidential
Governorship/State House of Assembly
Presidential and National Assembly- 14th February, 2015
Governorship and State House of Assembly-28th February, 2015
Note: (i) Run off election to the office of the President or Governor of a State (if any) will be held within 7 days after the announcement of the result of the election in accordance with the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended).
