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        "...In an Exclusive Interview of FATSSSA Press with Mr Olayiwola Idris, the chairman of the Constitution Review Committee, he shared the identity of some of the members of the committee, the progress level, and some of the recommendations made so far to the constitution..." Glorious Olajire: Good afternoon, Sir, Please introduce yourself. Mr. Olayiwola Idris Alao : My name is Olayiwola Idris Alao, 400 level psychology, the chairman of the faculty’s constitutional review committee. Glorious Olajire: There have been rumours flying around about CGPA and FATSSSA President and an amendment to the constitution about the criteria for FATSSSA President, is there any truth to that? Glorious Olajire: Can you mention the representatives in the committee? Mr. Olayiwola Idris Alao : From the house we have, Honourable Samuel-, Faiz, Deji- all active members. From the executive, the AGS, Babatunde is not very present but joined us at the last meeting. Tawakalit...

  By Vivian Nnagboro “The university and faculty are working hard to ensure that your knowledge and education is superior” As the academic backbone of any institution, faculties of higher education are often the epicenters of cutting-edge research and educational practices. Within each faculty, there are a myriad of dedicated individuals who work tirelessly to ensure that students receive the best education possible, while also pushing the boundaries of their respective fields. In this article, we had the opportunity to interview Dr Femi Olaniyan the sub dean of the faculty, a key figure responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the academic programs, research initiatives, and student experience. Through our conversation with the sub dean, we gained insights into their role, the challenges they face, and their vision for the future of the faculty. Join us as we delve deeper into the inner workings of this essential component of higher education. CORRESPONDENT : As the sub de...

                 BY Odukoya Grace Omolola Few years ago, I was a shy little girl with a crippling self esteem who craved so much external validation that she sacrificed her needs to please people. I found it hard to say the two lettered word “NO!”. I basically did not have boundaries. I tolerated so much bullshit that I was said to be nice.                I remember one time when I left my diary in my schoolbag and my then classmate had taken it out to read. I remember a voice in my head, telling me to scream at her to drop it. Another voice told me to squash that notion, at least that meant she could get to know the real me and that reacting would make her think I was mean and had anger issues.                Of course, it didn’t mean a thing to her. She read ...

  Did you know that: You can forward a bill to the house, through your constituency representative. According to Chapter 3, Article 21, section (i), “(i)All Organs of FATSSSA except the ad hoc Committees shall have the power to forward Bills on the Amendment of this Constitution to the FHR for consideration. Any bonafide FATSSSAite can do same only through the constituency representative .” The constitution can be amended at any time. According to Chapter 3, Article 21, section (ii) “ (ii)Amendments can be done at any/ every period in time as may be deemed fit and It shall be either inclusion, rectification or removal and such shall only be valid With the support of /3majority of members at a sitting. ” Only the house can initiate the constitutional Review Process: According to Chapter 3, Article 21, section (ix), “ (ix) In the case of a Constitution Review, it shall be the exclusive preserve of the House to initiate the process. However, notlessthan3years’spaceoftimemust Elapse be...

  By Eniola Fase Throughout history, women have faced numerous obstacles when taking on leadership roles. From societal expectations to discriminatory practices, the path to leadership has faced challenges for women. However, in recent years, there has been a shift towards recognizing the value that women bring to leadership positions and breaking down the barriers that have prevented them from taking on these roles. Women's leadership role is critical for creating change and driving progress in organizations and communities. Women leaders bring unique perspectives and experiences to the table that can lead to more inclusive decision-making and better outcomes for everyone involved. Research has shown that companies with more women in leadership tend to perform better financially and have more diverse and innovative teams. Despite this, women remain underrepresented in leadership positions in many industries. According to a 2021 report by the World Economic Forum, women hold just 2...

  Glorious Olajire: Good afternoon, Sir, Please introduce yourself. Mr. Olayiwola Idris Alao : My name is Olayiwola Idris Alao, 400 level psychology, the chairman of the faculty’s constitutional review committee. Glorious Olajire: There have been rumours flying around about CGPA and FATSSSA President and an amendment to the constitution about the criteria for FATSSSA President, is there any truth to that? Glorious Olajire: Can you mention the representatives in the committee? Mr. Olayiwola Idris Alao : From the house we have, Honourable Samuel-, Faiz, Deji- all active members. From the executive, the AGS, Babatunde is not very present but joined us at the last meeting. Tawakalitu also was not present, but she attended the last meeting, which was the first she attended. From the press, Samuel – 400 level psychology, was present for online meetings, but the physical meetings seem to be clashing with the time he has to meet his supervisor. Glorious Olajire: What spec...

  ---By Glorious Olajire On Friday, the 14th of April, 2023 in the sunlit room of 019 at the faculty premises, the 8th legislative sitting of the Faculty of the Social Sciences Students Association was held. The agenda included a report on the Constitutional Review Committee which was presented to the house by its chairman, Mr Olayiwola Idris Alao, of 400-level psychology. According to the Amended Version of the Faculty of the Social Sciences Students’ Association in Chapter 7, Article 21, Section ix: “( ix)In the case of a Constitution Review, it shall be the exclusive preserve of the House to initiate the process. However, not less than 3 years’ space of time must elapse between the last review process and the proposed one of the Faculty of the Social Sciences Students’ Association ”   The time has come for a constitutional review process. This group, of which its members are listed below, is charged with the sacred duty of making the necessary recommendations to th...