IT'S FATSSSA ELECTIONS O'CLOCK!! MEET MR OLABODE THOMAS ASPIRANT FOR THE OFFICE OF THE FIN SECRETARY

 



By Ibukunoluwa Keyamo


    

Welcome to our interview with Bode Thomas, an aspirant for the post of Financial Secretary during this exciting election season in the faculty.

 

As students engage in campaigns and discussions, it is an opportune time to explore the perspectives of candidate seeking to hold the crucial position of financial secretary.

 

In this interview, we aim to delve into Bode Thomas's aspirations, qualifications, and vision to effectively manage the financial affairs of our faculty.

 

Through an unbiased lens, we will discuss his potential strategies for fostering financial transparency and accountability within our academic community.

 

 

 

FATSSSA PRESS: Thank you for agreeing to meet with me. First, can you please introduce yourself?

 

Mr. Bode: I am Matthew Olabode Thomas A.K.A Bodé Thomas. I am from Lagos State, Nigeria.

 

I am a 300L student of the prestigious Department of Geography Faculty of The Social Sciences, University of Ibadan.

 

FATSSSA PRESS: What are your goals, beliefs in life, source of motivation — basically, how would you describe yourself?

 

Mr. Bode: My Goal in Life is to be the best version of myself I can be. I wish to be the best at whatever I am involved in, be it spiritual, academic, social, relationships, etc.

 

I wish to be extremely successful and happy.

 

When it comes to beliefs, Spiritual I am a Christian and place all my trust and faith in Jesus Christ my Lord and Saviour.

 

Socially, I believe everyone has something to offer, and it is extremely important to make a positive and productive impact or contribution to any society you are involved with.

 

I am motivated by God who has given me all I need to be the best version of myself and I keep working because he never lets me down.

 

I will describe myself as a confident, open-minded, innovative, and strong-willed man.

 

FATSSSA PRESS: Why exactly are you interested in running for the office of Financial Secretary?

 

Mr. Bode: I have served the faculty previously as The Chairman of the Sponsorship and Strategic Partnership Committee. At that time, it was an office under the Financial Secretary.

 

As a result of this, I worked hand in hand with the Financial Secretary during that administration which enabled me gain experience and knowledge on how the office should operate and how its duties can be carried out in a better way.

 

I believe in contributing positively to any society you are involved in, I believe when it comes to FATSSSA this is where I will have the best impact.

 

FATSSSA PRESS: You ran for the post of Social Director for the Nigerian Universities Geography Students Associan UI (NUGSA) last session. Why aren't you going for the same role in FATSSSA? Social Director and Financial Secretary are worlds apart.

 

Mr. Bode: Yes, I did.

 

I have served the faculty previously as The Chairman of the Sponsorship and Strategic Partnership Committee. At that time, it was an office under the Financial Secretary.

 

I worked hand in hand with the Financial Secretary during that administration which enabled be gain experience and knowledge on how the office should operate and how it's duties can be carried out in a better way.

 

I mentioned how i believe in contributing positively to any society you are involved in, I believe when it comes to FATSSSA this is where I will have the best impact.

 

FATSSSA PRESS: Apart from that, what qualifications/experience do you bring to the role of financial secretary?

 

Mr. Bode: I run my own business, so i know the importance of keeping a detailed and accurate record of financial activity.

 

I am very comfortable using technology and its softwares to carry out tasks, e.g Excel, PowerPoint, Sheets, etc.

 

FATSSSA PRESS: Earlier, you said you learnt how the duties of the office of the Financial Secretary could be carried out "in a better way". In your opinion, what would you do differently in the running of the office of the Financial Secretary if you were elected?

 

Mr. Bode: Technology, making use of technology to provide easier ways for FATSSSA to carry out her financial activities; from the Executive Council to her members.

 

FATSSSA PRESS: Do you have a theme for your campaign?

 

Mr. Bode: Yes, I do. FORT KNOX.

 

FATSSSA PRESS: What does it stand for?

 

Mr. Bode: If a building or an area is like Fort Knox, it is impossible to enter or leave it because it is so well protected.

 

This completely represents what I look to achieve. The Association will be well protected from a financial front.

 

FATSSSA PRESS: We've come to the end of the interview. Do you have anything you want to add?

 

Mr. Bode: That's all for now.

 

FATSSSA PRESS: Alright, thank you very much for your time.

 

Mr. Bode: You're welcome.

 

 

 

 

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