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FG hails Unilorin's successful hosting of National Youth Games By Temitope Omoniyi and Sanni Mohammed

he Federal Government has commended the management of the University of Ilorin for providing an enabling environment for the successful hosting of the 2nd National Youth Games. The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development, Mr Chinyeaka Christian Ohaa, made the commendation last Thursday (September 29, 2016) at the Closing Ceremony of the Games, which began on that day. Mr. Ohaa said that the Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development had already set in motion collaborative arrangements with the University for the forthcoming Third Edition of the National Youth Games that would also be staged at the University of Ilorin. (Contd. on page 3)

Inside Unilorin Lakeside to become hub for water sport – Porbeni p.3 Akoshile seeks better deal for Unilorin Renewable Energy Centre p.6 Air Force Commander seeks inter-agency cooperation to combat terrorism, cultism p.6 POGSASS designs Unilorin ‘Road Descriptor' p.7 Unilorin Weekly Financial Digest p.9 The Alma Mater: Peace Day in retrospect p.12

The Commander, Nigerian Air Force (NAF), 203 Medium Airlift Group, Ilorin, Group Captain T. O. Yusuf (right), presenting a souvenir to the Vice-Chancellor, University of Ilorin, Prof. AbdulGaniyu Ambali, during the Commander's visit to the University last Monday

Meaningful research must solve problems -- Ambali By Olusegun Mokuolu

he Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. AbdulGaniyu Ambali (OON), has called on scholars to engage in meaningful research that is capable of solving the developmental challenges of the country, stressing that “a research that does not solve problem is a useless research”. Prof. Ambali stated this last Wednesday (September 28, 2016) in his welcome address at the iSTEAMS Multidisciplinary Innovations and Technology Transfer (MINTT) Conference organised by the Research Nexus Africa Networks in collaboration with the University of Ilorin. (Contd. on page 4)

Yakubu seeks herbal medicine's integration into national healthcare system By Adeyinka Ademuyiwa

Professor of Biochemistry at the University of Ilorin, Musa Toyin Yakubu, has called on the Federal Government to integrate herbal medicine into the country's healthcare delivery system as it is done in some countries like India. Prof. Yakubu, who made the call last Thursday (September 29, 2016) while delivering the 163rd EDITORIAL BOARD

Inaugural Lecture of the University, said that the National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) should step up its regulatory mechanisms to make Nigerian herbal products meet good manufacturing practices and global standards. (Contd. on page 5)

Prof. Yakubu delivering his Inaugural Lecture last Thursday

Dr. L. A. Azeez (Chairman), Dr. S. B. Olajide, Dr. M. A. Adedimeji, Dr. (Mrs.) F. R. Aliyu -Ibrahim, Dr. (Mrs.) R. A. Adimula, K. I. Akogun (Secretary)

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The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (RTI), Prof. Gabriel Olatunji (left), exchanging pleasantries with the Eburu of The representative of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Gabriel rd Iba, Oba (Prof.) Adekunle Adeogun Okunoye, at the Olatunji (right), reading the citation of the 163 Inaugural iSTEAMS Multidisciplinary Innovations and Technology Lecturer, Prof. Yakubu, last Thursday Transfer (MINTT) Conference hosted by the University last Wednesday

The President of the Rowing, Canoeing, and Sailing Federation of Nigeria, Admiral Festus Porbeni (rtd)(middle),with Principal Officers and some top officials of the University during his courtesy visit to the ViceChancellor last Wednesday

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (RTI), Prof. Gabriel Olatunji (left), welcoming the leader of the Advisory Accreditation Team to the Department of Architecture, Architect Dayo Odeyemi, to the University last Wednesday

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The 163 Inaugural Lecturer, Prof. Musa Toyin Yakubu, and his wife, with Principal Officers, Provost, Deans and other top officials of the University before delivering his Inaugural Lecture last Thursday

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‘Unilorin will continue to develop its sporting facilities’ The Permanent Secretary s a i d , “ We c o n v e y o u r d e e p appreciation to the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. AbdulGaniyu Ambali, for his kind gesture for hosting this National Youth Games and ensuring the outstanding success of the Games''. He said that the “peaceful campus of the University and facilities provided, including accommodation, contributed immensely to the beautiful outing of the competition”. Pointing out that ''the Youth Games has shown the level of unity and cohesion we are having in Nigeria'', Mr. Ohaa said, “At this Game, many talents have been identified, which we hope to nurture and groom to stardom, so that the issue of parading over-aged athletes that will not give us the desired result will be a thing of the past.” According to the Permanent Secretary, the Youth Games “will rekindle the exploits of great future sports men and women such as Austin Okocha, Kanu Nwankwo, Mary Onyali, Blessing Okagbare, Austin Atasie, Yusuf Alli, Falilat Ogunkoya, just to mention a few.” Mr. Ohaa disclosed that 250 athletes have been identified with

great potentials “to do this great nation proud at local competitions such as School Sports, Federation Tournaments and international competitions such as the Commonwealth Youth Games, Youth Olympic Games and Africa National Youth Championship''. Also in his address at the Closing Ceremony, the ViceChancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. Ambali, congratulated the athletes and officials for the successful completion of the games. Represented by the Deputy Vi c e - C h a n c e l l o r ( R e s e a r c h , Technology and Innovation), Prof. Gabriel Olatunji, the Vice-Chancellor expressed the commitment of the University to continue to develop its sporting facilities. In a chat with Unilorin Bulletin Sport Crew, the Chairman of the University of Ilorin Sport Council, Prof. Uche Bassey Eke, reiterated the University's commitment to have a swimming pool and squash court in place before the next National Youth Games. On his part, the Kwara State Director of Sport, who is also the Chairman, Nigeria Directors of Sport Forum, Coach Tunde Kazeem, expressed satisfaction with the

performance of Team Kwara at the competition. Team Delta topped the Medals Table with a total of nine Gold medals, seven Silver medals and 10 Bronze medals. In the final Medals Table signed by the Chairman, Technical Sub-Committee of the Games, Team Ogun emerged second with eight Gold medals, 12 Silver medals and five Bronze medals while Team Kwara claimed the third position with eight Gold medals, seven Silver medals and six Bronze medals. Other dignitaries at the closing ceremony included the D e p u t y Vi c e - C h a n c e l l o r (Academic), University of Ilorin, Prof. N.Y.S. Ijaiya; the Registrar, Mr Emmanuel Dada Obafemi; the University Librarian, Dr Joseph Omoniyi; the Dean of Communication and Information Sciences, Prof. J.S. Sadiku; and the Director of Sport, University of Ilorin, Prof. O.O. Obiyemi. Students of the Department of the Performing Arts, University of Ilorin, were also on ground to entertain the gathering at the University of Ilorin Main Stadium.

Unilorin Lakeside to become hub for water sport – Porbeni By Tajudeen Babamale

he President of the Rowing, Canoeing, and Sailing Federation of Nigeria, Admiral Festus Porbeni (rtd), has said that the Nigeria Rowing Federation is committed to transforming the University of Ilorin Lakeside into first class facilities for the water game. Admiral Porbeni, who is also a former Chief of Naval Staff, disclosed this last Wednesday (September 28, 2016) when the led members of the Rowing Federation on a courtesy visit to the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. AbdulGaniyu Ambali (OON). The Rowing Federation

President explained that the organisation is very committed to ensuring that the University of Ilorin rowing facilities become the hub for water sport in the country. He explained further that rowing is a silent sport with a lot of medals to be won in the Olympic. He expressed the hope that a student of the University of Ilorin would be representing the country at the world event very soon. According to Admiral Porbeni, the shape of the University of Ilorin water view, the level of the water and the good weather in the institution makes it a perfect haven for the game.

He expressed the hope that the university management would be committed to the actualisation of the dream, which, he explained, could bring the whole world to the University. The emerging water sport was on demonstration outing at the just concluded National Youth Games hosted by the University. In his response, the ViceChancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. Ambali expressed delight that the Rowing Federation is committed to bringing the University to the world map. ( Contd.on page5 )

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‘Collaborative research crucial to national development’ The Professor of Veterinary Medicine, who was represented on the occasion by the Deputy ViceChancellor (RTI), Prof. Gabriel Olatunji, said that research collaboration is critical to the development of any nation, noting that this understanding is the philosophy of iSTEAMS. Prof. Ambali warned that the nation must not be left behind in the area of research and development as he acknowledged that research is going on at a very high scale across the globe, adding that scholars must re-invigorate collaboration effort in order to carry out the best of research. According to the ViceChancellor, the University of Ilorin is the only University in the country having a Deputy Vice-Chancellor with the Research, Technology and Innovation portfolio to underscore the importance the University attaches to research and innovation. Pointing out that the University's mandate on research, technology and innovation is being vigorously pursued, Prof. Ambali assured iSTEAMS of the continuous support of the University. The Vice-Chancellor said, “We want to be distinguished and we are being driven by our desire for innovation. We are proud of what iSTEAMS is doing because it is a conglomerate of several disciplines for one common goal of solving the human problem and advancing human life”. In his own remarks, the Director, Ilorin Business School,

University of Ilorin, Prof. L. T. Ajibade, said that the conference seeks to address issues of technology transfer, intellectual protection, intellectual competition, human capital development, innovation, and policies by engaging in multidisciplinary and collaborative discourse. Prof. Ajibade added that the conference would be seeking and exploring “how new innovative and emerging forms of technologies can be safely and effectively transferred to aid development in different spheres of human endeavours”. In his address, the conference convener, Prof. O. B. Longe, thanked the University of Ilorin for hosting the conference for the second time, while appreciating the University's drive for research and development. Prof. Longe opined that the Researchers' Lodge of the institution is unprecedented in the history of tertiary education in the country. While wishing the participants fruitful deliberation, Prof. Longe noted that the conference provides them with a platform for discovery and development. In his goodwill message, the Eburu of Iba, Osun State, Oba (Prof.) Adekunle Adeogun Okunoye, observed that problems are multifaceted, saying that there is the need to confront them with a multifaceted approach such as it is being done by the iSTEAMSResearch Nexus Africa Networks. The monarch called on the participants to bring their unique

backgrounds and experiences to bear on the conference and see it as an opportunity for global exposure. A total of 94 papers were presented during the conference that also featured the presentation of awards to five distinguished scholars for their laudable research contributions. The awardees included Prof. Lenrie Aina, the Director General, National Library of Nigeria; Prof. M. I. Ahmed, the Director, Computer Services and Information Technology Centre (COMSIT), University of Ilorin; Dr. (Mrs.) Deborah U. Ebem of the Department of Computer Science, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Prof. Sulyman AbdulKareem, the former ViceChancellor of Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin; Dr. Ann Baba, and the Director of ICT, Kogi State University, Ayingba. Speaking with the Unilorin Bulletin after the award, one of the recipients, Prof. Ahmed, thanked the iSTEAMS Award Committee for the recognition, describing it as a call to greater service. T h e Vi c e - C h a n c e l l o r ' s representative was joined at the conference by the Deputy ViceChancellor (Management Services), Prof. Y. A. Abdulkareem; the Registrar, Mr. Emmanuel Dada Obafemi; the University Librarian, Dr. Joseph Omoniyi; the Deputy Bursar, Mr. I. O. Ogunbiyi; and the Deans of the various Faculties.

Unilorin hosts ESN's 47th Conference

he 47 Annual Conference of the Entomological Society of Nigeria (ESN) will hold at the University of Ilorin between Monday (October 10) to Thursday (October 13, 2016). A statement by the Chairman of the Conference Local Organising

Committee (LOC), Prof. Adeolu Taiwo Ande, disclosed that the Conference, themed “Insect Science: A Veritable Tool for Job Creation and Sustainable Development”, will hold at the University Auditorium and Science Lecture Theatres. The statement added that a

Keynote address, entitled “Management, Regulation, Evaluation and Monitoring of Pesticides in Nigeria”, will be delivered by the Director General, National Agency for Food, Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Mrs. Yetunde Oni.

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Don canvasses herbal remedies for sexual dysfunctions In the Inaugural Lecture, entitled “Knocking Down the Barriers to Four O'clock Activities and Reproductive Inadequacies”, the don urged the government to “wake up to the health benefit and economic advantages of herbal medicines, set up guidelines and policies on the use of medicinal plants, and create a conducive environment by supporting research with grants that will involve industry-linkages”. Prof. Yakubu, who also canvassed a close rapport between modern health workers and traditional healers as well as relevant Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), urged the government to “develop our own traditional medical systems that should be appropriately t a g g e d N i g e r i a n Tr a d i t i o n a l Medicine”. While suggesting that herbal remedies should begin to carry proper warning labels that would enable consumers to know the contents of their remedies”, the inaugural lecturer pointed out that “unlabeled products on the shelf should be looked at with suspicion”. Prof. Yakubu also advocated the management and conservation of the nation's indigenous plants as well as commercialisation and exportation of its herbal remedies, adding that the teaching of general aspects of Traditional Medicine of Nigeria should be incorporated into the country's secondary school syllabus. While clarifying the title of his lecture said, “Four O'clock activity denotes early morning sex or early morning penile-vaginal intercourse”. He explained that

“although legitimate sex can be performed at any time of the day, the best time to have sexual intercourse is not in the dark night hours but early in the morning between 3am to 5am which typically is 4am, hence the term, Four O' Clock”. Prof. Yakubu recalled several divorce cases reported in the newspapers, tracing most of them to sexual inadequacies. He said, “Having sex first thing in the morning and a minimum of three to four times a week is not only good for love life, but also beneficial health-wise”. The benefits, according to him include: lowering blood pressure, reducing the risk of heart attack by releasing oestrogen in women and protecting against heart diseases and prostate cancer; boosting the immune system by stimulating the body's first line of defense, immunoglobulin A, against cold and fever; regulating menstruation by influencing the levels of lutenizing hormones that controls menstrual period in women and help sleep better; releasing the feel-good chemical, oxytocin, that enhances closeness with ones' partner and makes people happier for a longer period of time and as a form of exercise, it reduces weight. Prof. Yakubu, who disclosed that he came to the field of Biochemistry by divine arrangement, further advocated that “couples and potential couples should be sensitised not to pretend when discussing sexual matters with their partners”, According to him, “the discourse on sexual and reproductive issues should no longer be regarded as a taboo, subject of controversy and extreme secrecy, since they are essential parts

of quality of life”. The Inaugural Lecturer said, “Sex is the most powerful creative force given to man. People should not play carelessly with this powerful force outside the bounds of marriage, if they do, it will destroy them and those close to them”. He added that “sexual and reproductive dysfunctions are common among men and women in the world, Nigeria inclusive, and as such, regular screening/check-ups by individuals is highly advocated”. Turning to his colleagues, fellow researchers, Prof. Yakubu stressed the need for “accurate and sufficient data on the prevalence of sexual dysfunction and reproductive dysfunction in Nigeria, as estimates of prevalence/occurrence are important in understanding the true burden of male and female sexual dysfunction and in identifying risk factors for prevention efforts”. He said, “The development of a compendium of indigenous plants with potential and clinical benefits for reproductive health is hereby advocated”. He stated further, “Clinical and representative studies should be encouraged in order to complete the evaluation of the potential effects of medicinal plants in the treatment of sexual and reproductive inadequacies of the males and females. It is also important for physicians knocking down sexual and reproductive inadequacies to have some knowledge about the medicinal plants whose relevant scientific investigations have been done and how to combine this therapy with the modern ones”.

‘Unilorin Lakeside to become hub for water sport’ ( Contd.from page3 ) Prof. Ambali, who was represented during the visit by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research Technology and Innovation), Prof. Gabriel Olatunji, expressed the optimism that very soon a student of the University would be representing the country at the global events. He then pledged the readiness of the institution's management to support the Rowing Federation in

whatever way to make the dream come through. Among those that joined the Vice-Chancellor to receive the Rowing Federation team were the Deputy ViceChancellor (Academic), Prof. (Mrs.) N. Y. S. Ijaya; the Deputy ViceChancellor (Management Services), P r o f . A . Y. A b d u l k a r e e m ; t h e University Librarian, Dr Joseph Omoniyi; the Director of Sport,

University of Ilorin, Prof. U.B. Eke; the Dean of Student Affairs, Prof. A.E. Talabi; the Director of Sport, Prof. Oluwole Obiyemi; the Head of the Department of the Performing Arts, Prof. AbdulRasheed Adeoye; and the Deputy Director, Corporate Affairs, Mr. Kunle Akogun.

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Akoshile seeks better deal for Unilorin Renewable Energy Centre By Oyindamola Ajayi

he Director of the Unilorin Renewable Energy Centre (UREC), Prof. C. O. Akoshile, has urged the management of the University to assist the Centre in procuring solar concentrator for the conversion of thermal energy to electricity if the University's dream of generating renewable energy is to be realised. Prof. Akoshile stated this penultimate Thursday (September 22, 2016) while presenting the report of UREC team's visit to the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT), and the South African Renewable Energy Technological Centre (SARETEC) to the ViceChancellor and his management team. The Professor of Physics stated that in order to make meaningful contributions in providing alternative means to power generation, UREC needs facilities that will be useful. Hence, there is need for the administration to assist in providing this avenue for the solar energy conversion. The Director explained the various facilities and renewable energy activities seen in SARETEC during his team's visit to South Africa, noting that this could also be

achieved by UREC. He stressed the need for cooperation between UREC and SARETEC. Prof. Akoshile explained that SARETEC is geared towards training, especially at technical level, adding that students and staff, that are willing to undergo technical training will benefit immensely from such a centre. The Director said, “SARETEC has given us the permission to bring in students at a reduced cost”, adding that “the certificate that will be given to students at the end of the training is not PhD or Masters but a Diploma and a maximum of Bachelors. So, the centre's intention is not to duplicate academic environment but to be able to provide energy in various forms”. Pointing out that UREC is poised to launch out forcefully, Prof. Akoshile said, “To achieve this, apart from the provision of an avenue for the solar concentrator thermal energy conversion to electricity, UREC also requires a meaningful take-off grant”. In his remarks, the ViceChancellor, Prof. AbdulGaniyu Ambali (OON), described the initiative as a good one, noting that raw materials for other sources of renewable energy, such as waste, are available to make the project a reality.

Prof. Ambali then advised that the Director meet with people in the Department of Physics, Chemistry and Engineering and discuss with them on how to kickstart the project. In her own remarks, the D e p u t y Vi c e - C h a n c e l l o r (Academic), Prof. (Mrs.) N. Y. S. Ijaiya, pointed out that the project is one that needs a lot of learning, planning and commitment. She described the initiative as “a good project especially as this is a period in Nigeria where we have to look for other options for power generation”. On his part, the Deputy ViceChancellor (Research, Technology and Innovation), Prof. G. A. Olatunji, thanked the University for the “marvellous opportunity”, saying, “We want to see something in Ilorin from the South African group through their assistance”. Other members of the management present at the presentation were the Registrar, Mr E. D. Obafemi; the University Librarian, Dr. J. O. Omoniyi; the Bursar, Mr Saka Yusuf Abiodun; and the Dean of Student Affairs, Prof. Talabi.

Air Force Commander seeks inter-agency cooperation to combat terrorism, cultism By Olusegun Mokuolu

call has gone out for greater cooperation among the military, the paramilitary agencies, and education institutions in the country towards stemming the rising tide of violence and crime in the society. The Commander, Nigerian Air Force (NAF), 203 Medium Airlift Group, Ilorin, Group Captain T. O. Yusuf, who made the call last Monday (September 26, 2016)

during a courtesy visit to the ViceChancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. AbdulGaniyu Ambali (OON), said that the cooperation is necessary to maintain peaceful co-existence that is crucial for societal development. According to Captain Yusuf, this would also help in intelligence gathering and information sharing, which are also crucial to fighting crime and terrorism. The Air Force Commander

thanked the Vice-Chancellor for the continuous support the force enjoys from the University, adding that it is a thing of joy to have someone like Prof. Ambali, “who understands the military”, at the helm of affair. “Our doors are open to you. We thank you and pledge our support”, Group Captain Yusuf said. ( Contd.on page 7 )

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New Air Force Commander visits Unilorin (Contd. from page 6 ) While welcoming the Air Force Commander and members of his team to his office, the ViceChancellor noted that the academia respects the military, saying that the Group Captain represents the elite of the force. Prof. Ambali said, “You deserve to be greatly respected, and I want to wish you a healthy and fruitful tenure as the Commander of the Nigerian Air Force, Ilorin”. T h e Vi c e - C h a n c e l l o r commended the Nigerian Air Force, stressing that their job requires a high level of training and precision. He said that the University of Ilorin recognised members of the force as partners and a force to be reckoned with. Prof. Ambali expressed full confidence in the Nigerian Air Force

to continue to monitor the University airspace and offer security assistance to the institution. T h e Vi c e - C h a n c e l l o r underscored the relationship between the two organisations, submitting that the Air Force's love for academics makes the officers ideal partners of the universities. Prof. Ambali then called on the NAF to take advantage of courses available at the University's Centre for Peace and Strategic Studies (CPSS), promising to maintain the cooperation that has existed between his predecessors and those of the NAF Commander. In the company of the Commander were: Flight Lieutenant I Ladan, Flying Officer A. R. Hanafi, Flying Officer M. M. Uduh, Flying Officer L. K. Okafor, Flying Officer J.

C. Nwogu and Mr. M. T. Adeniyi. The Vice-Chancellor was joined to receive the visitors by the D e p u t y Vi c e - C h a n c e l l o r (Academic), Prof. (Mrs.) N. Y. S. Ijaiya; the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Management Services), Prof. Y. A. Abdulkareem; the Deputy ViceChancellor (RTI), Prof. Gabriel Olatunji; the Registrar, Mr. Emmanuel Dada Obafemi; the University Librarian, Dr. Joseph Omoniyi; and the Deputy Bursar, Mr. I. O. Ogunbiyi. A l s o w i t h t h e Vi c e Chancellor were the Director of CPSS, Dr. M. A. Adedimeji; the Deputy Director, Corporate Affairs, Mr. Kunle Akogun; and the Principal Assistant Registrar in the Vice-Chancellor Office, Mr. A. Sayuti.

POGSASS designs Unilorin ‘Road Descriptor' By Oyindamola Ajayi

s part of its efforts to ease the stress being experienced by visitors, staff members and students in locating some places within the University, the Executive Council of the Postgraduate Students' A s s o ciatio n ( P O G S A S S ) h as produced a “road descriptor” containing all the locations in the institution. This was disclosed by the POGSASS President, Mr. Muritala Ridwan Atanda, penultimate Thursday (September 22, 2016), when he led other members of the Executive Council on a courtesy visit to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. AbdulGaniyu Ambali (OON) in his office. Mr. Atanda explained how the road descriptor works while showcasing how the map has been designed to enable people get to their destination with ease and in the shortest possible time. The POGSASS President implored the Vice-Chancellor to speak with supervisors to assist those rounding up their postgraduate studies in order to complete their studies at the specified time. Mr Atanda also solicited the support of the Vice-Chancellor for the

purchase of a utility vehicle for the Association. He also requested that ID cards be given to students on time in order to enable them gain access to needed facilities for their studies and also to avoid embarrassment. In his response, the ViceChancellor expressed delight over the design of the road descriptor, describing the initiative as “a very entrepreneurial move and a very laudable project”. On the requests by the Association, Prof. Ambali said, “As far as completing your programme is concerned, we have had a word with the Dean of the Postgraduate School and he is doing something about it. He has briefed me about what is going on especially with doctoral students”. The Vice-Chancellor then assured the students that the ID card issue will be resolved, adding that temporary ID cards will be given to the students as soon as possible to enable them gain access to facilities they might require for studies. On the request for a utility vehicle, Prof. Ambali promised to look into the request saying, “We hope the economic situation in the country improves soon, once there is improvement, we shall look into it”.

The Vice-Chancellor then advised the Association to also look for other means of generating funds for the purchase of the vehicle, adding that if the Association is able to make few amount, the University will look at the possibility of supplementing it for them. Members of the management present during the visit include the Deputy ViceChancellor (Academic), Prof. N. Y. S. Ijaiya; the Deputy ViceChancellor (Management S e r v i c e s ) , P r o f . A . Y. AbdulKareem; the Deputy ViceChancellor (RTI), Prof. G.A. Olatunji; the Registrar, Mr E. D. Obafemi; the University Librarian, Dr. J. O. Omoniyi; and the Dean of Student Affairs, Prof. A.E. Talabi. Other members of the POGSASS Executive Council present were, Mr Yusuf Sherif, General Secretary; Mr Oyewo Ta o h e e d A d e n i y i , We l f a r e Secretary; Miss Ilesanmi O. Sade, Financial Secretary; Mr Jolayemi O. Mattew, Treasurer; and Mr Audu Rabiu Omeiza, Journal Director.

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Unilorin alumnus adjudged Best Nigerian Engineering Graduate

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he Committee of Deans of Engineering and Technology of Nigerian Universities (CODET) has adjudged a 2014/2015 Electrical/Electronic Engineering graduate of the University of Ilorin, Mr. Abdulrahman Abdulkareem Temitope, the Best Engineering Graduate from all Federal Universities in the country. The CODET's verdict followed an assessment of all best Engineering graduates of the 2014/2015 academic session from all Federal Universities. The award, which was

presented to Mr. Abdulrahman at the th 25 Engineering Assembly held at Akure, Ondo State, between August 8 and 10, 2016, comprised of cash, a plaque and a certificate. The Faculty of Engineering and Technology, University of Ilorin, was also given a Laptop. Notifying the Unilorin ViceChancellor, Prof. AbdulGaniyu Ambali, of the feat recorded by one of the University's graduates, the Chairman of CODET, Prof. E. A. Ajav, said, “On behalf of the entire members of CODET, I write to congratulate you on this achievement.

It is hoped that school will maintain this standard”. Meanwhile, the management of the University of Ilorin has congratulated Mr. Abdulrahman and the Faculty of Engineering and Technology on the award. In separate letters sent to the Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Technology and the award winner, the Registrar, Mr. Emmanuel Obafemi, rejoiced with the awardee, and expressed the hope that he would continue to excel in all his future endeavours.

Unilorin initiates new medical doctors Oct 4

he 33 Professional Initiation Ceremony for the newly qualified Medical Doctors from the University of Ilorin College of Health Sciences will hold this

Tuesday (October 4, 2016) at the University Auditorium. A statement by the College Secretary, Dr. B. S. Adisa, disclosed that the ceremony, which kicks off at

9.00a.m., will be performed under the Chairmanship of the ViceChancellor, Prof. AbdulGaniyu Ambali (OON).

New Appointments Name Prof. R.K. Salmon Prof. G.K. Oshagbemi Prof. O.R. Balogun Prof. K.T. Braimoh Dr. A.A. Akanbi II Dr. (Mrs.) H.O. Olawumi Dr. B.O. Bolaji Dr. O.O.K. Ibrahim Dr. E.A. Sanya Dr. M.A.N. Adeboye Dr.M.M.B. Uthman

Department Private and Property Law Epidemiology and Community Health Obstetrics and Gynaecology Radiology Medical Microbiology & Parasitology Haematology Anaesthesia Pathology Medicine Paediatrics & Child Health Epidemiology & Community Health

Appointment Head of Department Head of Department

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Head of Department Head of Department Acting Head

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Ag. Head Ag. Head Ag. Head Ag. Head Coordinator, MERU UNIT Coordinator, COBES UNIT

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Open Ph.D Thesis Defence S/No. 1.

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UNILORIN WEEKLY FINANCIAL DIGEST SUMMARY OF RECEIPTS & PAYMENTS FOR THE PERIOD 23rd to 29th September, 2016 RECEIPTS Academic Transcript Scroll Order of Proceeding Academic Gown Student I D Card Staff I.D. Card Others Housing Loan form Change of Course Form Overpayment T/Shirt Ilorin Business School Application fees Folder Remedial form (15/12/2015) Muffler Admin Institute of Education School Charges Institute of Education Acceptance Payment Undergraduate School Acceptance payment Undergraduate Tution fees Postgraduate Tution fee Verification of result Total Receipts for the Period PAYMENT:

AMOUNT (? ) 146,001.05 2,000.00 14,000.00 14,000.00 18,000.00 700.00 2,000.00 500.00 5,000.00 500.00 3,500.00 250,000.00 12,500.00 10,000.00 1,800.00 14,500.00 43,936,325.00 95,000.00 15,160,000.00 99,800.00 1,030,950.00 6,500.00 ? 60,823,576.05

PAYMENT TO CONTRACTORS/SUPPLIERS : Dutum Company Ltd Construction of offices of Block Type A at College of Health Sciences Plaza Du Mirabilis Hotel Services Madrasat Mazohiru-L- Mulu Ltd Retention fees Bekinab Nig Ltd Construction of Parking Lot for Work Department Felix Balogun Replacement of Sharp Photocopy Machine in Deputy Registrarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office, Academic Support Services BTL West Africa Ltd Installation of Physiotherapy Rehabilitation Equipment Concrete Construction Company Construction of Parking Lot for COMSIT Current Multi-Services Ltd Construction of Walk Way at Unilorin Veterinary Teaching Hospital Sabo Oke Nobel Power Nigeria Ltd Retention fees Dammy-Ralph Nig Ltd Construction of Gate House and Rehabilitation of Drainage at Veterinary Teaching Hospital Sabo oke Fedex Redstar Express Courier Services AbdulQuadir and Partners Consultancy fees Bekinab Nig Ltd Construction of Parking Lot for Work Department OTHER PAYMENTS: Various DTA, Imprest, Refund E.T.C Purchase Advances Various Convocation fund Convocation Proceedings Unilorin Petrol Management Board (UPMB) Supply of Petrol Unilorin Petrol Management Board (UPMB) Supply of Diesel Unilorin Petrol Management Board (UPMB) Supply of Diesel Total TSA Charges Total Payments for the Period

21,003,700.69 40,800.00 248,235.75 6,610,314.17 280,000.00 9,475,113.37 5,346,391.05 3,994,457.51 213,359.34 5,649,349.34 154,770.00 540,828.45 2,877,623.28 23,181,060.96 4,106,700.00 21,738,200.00 10,030,000.00 725,000.00 1,155,000.00 1,155,000.00 19,740.00 ? 118,545,643.91

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Ø An opinion article written by Prof. Poju Akinyonju of the Department of Microbiology, University of Ilorin, has been published. (“Nigeria's Olympic blues”, Vanguard, Monday, September 26, 2016, p.18) Ø In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), a Public Health Physician at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Dr. Uthman Mubashir, has noted that crying is good for individual health. (“NHIS partner governors, traditional rulers to improve, extend healthcare”, Blueprint, Thursday, September 22, 2016, p.30; See also, “Crying is good for your health”, National Pilot, Monday, September 26, 2016, p.22) Ø In a lecture, titled “One problem too many”, Prof. AbdulGafar Raji of the University of Ilorin has attributed the recent polio outbreak in the country to a complete failure in all the institutions responsible. (“Why Nigeria recorded fresh polio outbreak-Don”, Daily Sun, Monday, September 26, 2016, p.3) Ø The University of Ilorin has invited the general public to its One Hundred and Sixty-third (163rd) Inaugural Lecture entitled “Knocking Down the Barriers to Four O' Clock Activities and Reproductive Inadequacies”, to be delivered by Prof. Musa Toyin Yakubu of the Department of Biochemistry. (“Inaugural Lecture” National Pilot, Monday, September 26, 2016, p.9; See also, “Inaugural Lecture”, New Telegraph, Monday, September 26, 2016, p.10) Ø The Director, Computer Services and Information Technology Unit (COMSIT), University of Ilorin, Prof. Ishaku Musa, has noted that the institution's website was under maintenance and re-engineering. (“Unilorin breaks silence on hacked website, allays students fears”, National Pilot, Monday, September 26, 2016, p.4) Ø The President, Nigeria Rowing, Canoing and Sailing Federation, Mrs. Bunmi Ola-Oluode, has confirmed the readiness of twelve States that are to participate at the ongoing National Youth Games taking place at the University of Ilorin. (“All set for Rowing, Canoe, Sailing exhibition event at National Youth Games”, The Guardian, Wednesday, September 28, 2016, p.60) Ø Prof. Rafiu Bale of the Department of Geology and Mineral Sciences, University of Ilorin, has commented on the recent Kaduna tremor. (“Kaduna tremor: Are other states at risk?”, The Punch, Wednesday, September 28, 2016, p.2) Ø Prof. AbdulGafar Ijaiya of the University of Ilorin, has urged the Federal Government not to sell its viable assets. (“Economists list conditions for privatization of National assets”, The Herald, Wednesday, September 28, 2016, p.3) Ø While speaking at the disbursement ceremony of bursary

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award to some indigent students of Offa, organised by the Adesiyun Olafimihan Bursary Award Foundation, Engineer Ademola Adesiyun of the University of Ilorin, has urged the beneficiaries to judiciously use the money for the purpose it is meant for. (“Adesiyun-Olafimihan Foundation awards N6m bursary”, The Herald, Wednesday, September 28, 2016, p.4) Ø While presenting a paper at the Annual Conference of the International Bar Association (IBA) at Wardman Park, Washington DC, USA, the former Dean, Faculty of Law, University of Ilorin, Prof. Wahab Egbewole, has called for constitutional reforms against impunity. (“Don advocates constitutional reforms”, The Herald, Wednesday, September 28, 2016, p.6; See also, “Don seeks constitutional reforms against impunity”, Daily Sun, Tuesday, September 27, 2016, p.13) Ø The Kwara State Table Tennis Team has won seven medals in Table Tennis and Para Tennis at the ongoing National Youth Games taking place at the University of Ilorin. (“Kwara wins 7 medals in table tennis”, The Herald, Wednesday, September 28, 2016, p.23) Ø In a national television interview, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. AbdulGaniyu Ambali, has made a case for the proper funding of tertiary institutions in the country. (“Funding Tertiary Education in Nigeria”, The Nigeria Television Authority (NTA), Good Morning Nigeria, Thursday, September 29, 2016) Ø Delta State has emerged the overall winner of this year's National Youth Games (NYG) that has just concluded at the University of Ilorin. (“NYG: Delta wins UNILORIN 2016 with 24 medals”, National Mirror, Friday, September 30, 2016, p.39) Ø In an interview with news men some newly admitted students of the University of Ilorin have expressed their joy following the recent release of the 2016/2017 admission list. (“Candidates jubilate as Unilorin releases admission list”, The Herald, Friday, September 30, 2016, p.4; Ø While delivering the 163rd Inaugural Lecture of the University of Ilorin entitled “Knocking down the barriers to Four O' Clock Activities and Reproductive inadequacies”, Prof. Musa Toyin Yakubu, of the Department of Biochemistry, has advocated the use of herbal medicine in addressing the issues of reproductive health. (Don advocates adoption of traditional medical system, The Herald, Friday, September 30, 2016 p.5; see also, “ Don urges FG to develop ‘Naija Traditional Medicine’ Policy, The Aurhority Daily, Friday, September 30, 2016, p.5).

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Peace Day in retrospect

enultimate Wednesday (September 21), the world commemorated the 2016 International Day of Peace, otherwise known as Peace Day, with various activities across the world. A creation of the United Nations General Assembly in 1982 by Resolution 36/67, Peace Day was first observed on September 21, 1982. In 2001, the General Assembly adopted Resolution 55/282 which formally declared September 21 the annual day for peace, devoted to “commemorating and strengthening the ideals of peace both within and among nations and peoples”. The theme for this year's Peace Day was “The Sustainable Development Goals: Building Blocks for Peace”. In this respect, the United Nations Secretary General, Ban Ki-Moon, urged all: “Let us all work together to help all human beings achieve dignity and equality, to build a greener planet and make sure no one is left behind.” In furthering the philosophy behind Peace Day, itself being one of the most peaceful and stable universities in Nigeria, the University of Ilorin, through its Centre for Peace and Strategic Studies, started to mark the Day last year with a public lecture that sensitised diverse stakeholders. This year, the Centre hosted the Chairman of Africa Peace Research and Education Association (AFREA), the African wing of the International Peace Research Association (IPRA), Dr Olufemi Oluniyi, to address the public, with a special focus on students and stakeholders in peace work like Peace December, Nigeria, Foundation for Peace Professionals (FPP) and Passion for Peace Initiative (PPI) at the venue of its Conflict Management Capacity Building Retreat in Ilorin. In his lecture, “The Imperatives of Peace and Sustainable Development in Nigeria,” Dr Oluniyi noted that Britain was not a country to be reckoned with some 500 years ago. However, as a result of opting for peace and avoiding war, Britain had a sustained 200 years of harmony that ushered in industrial revolution and phenomenal development. Therefore, “if Nigeria makes the choice for peace in 2016, it will reap the dividends of sustainable development,” he said. Dr Oluniyi, with insights from data on the US, Britain, Botwana as well as Sweden and other Scandinavian countries, used the forum to highlight four major areas that threaten peace and sustainable development in Nigeria. These, according to him, are the Niger Delta militancy, the rising incidence of kidnapping,

cultism and Boko Haram. To arrest restiveness in the Niger Delta, the scholar strongly supported the suggestion of former Governor Godswill Akpabio that the Federal Government should establish a major city in the region that will be a hub of commerce, industry and investment. He related the rise of kidnapping to the militancy in the region arguing that opportunities that a mega city would open up will drain kidnappers of their source of recruitment. On Boko Haram, after saying the problem “came with a fury in 2002, with fire in 2007 and with firestorm in 2007”, he suggested that multiple approaches are required to deal with it. He encouraged proper orientation of youths by religious bodies. He also urged universities to conduct research into cultism and banish the menace from our campuses. In essence, the imperatives of today are, according to the expert, that “Nigeria needs to embrace peace for itself and its behaviours towards its neighbours; prioritise its activities in order to excel at a critical area that can drive the other sectors; build a Federal City in the Niger Delta; find softer approaches to the problem of Boko Haram and conduct research into and burst cultism.” On his part, Professor Osisioma B. C. Nwolise of the University of Ibadan, who was a special guest on the occasion, drew attention to how traditional approaches can address some of the problems facing Nigeria today. He advocated the use of “Strategic Security Intelligence”, an office for which should be set up in the Office of the National Security Adviser to the President. While stressing the importance of security, he identified how Strategic Security Intelligence could have helped in identifying the exact location of the abducted Chibok girls citing various examples and how social justice would have helped Nigeria out of the woods. Though the International Day of Peace might have come and gone, the truth of the matter is that everyday is a peace day and Nigerians should be educated enough to always give peace a chance. As John F. Kennedy said, “Peace is a daily, a weekly, a monthly process, gradually changing opinions, slowly eroding old barriers, quietly building new structures.” Peace is also our collective responsibility because “if the human race wishes to have a prolonged and indefinite period of material prosperity, they have only got to behave in a peaceful and helpful way toward one another,” as Winston Churchill once stressed.

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