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Folahan Olayiwola, a former Student Union President of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), has made headlines after donating his entire National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) allowance to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The donation was revealed by Michael Taiwo, Chief Volunteer of the Michael Taiwo Annual Scholarships, through a statement posted on his official X account. Taiwo shared a screenshot of his conversation with Olayiwola, praising his selfless act. “Former OAU SUG President, who is currently serving in Abeokuta, saved all his NYSC monthly allowance and donated it to the Federal Hospital. Talk about leaving a legacy at such a young age. Can Nigeria nurture more future leaders like this one?” Taiwo wrote. According to the invoice shared, Olayiwola’s donation amounted to *₦640,000*, which was used to purchase *three wheelchairs* at *₦180,000 each* (₦540,000 total), and *four crutches* at *₦25,000 each* (₦100,000 total). His gesture has drawn widespread adm...

On May 21st, 2025, Cowrywise OAU held its Finance Week Conference, a key aspect of the five-day Finance Week. The conference brought students, financial experts, and community leaders to discuss smart money habits and fintech solutions. It centred on the encompassing theme, ‘Financial Independence for the Next Generation.’ Keynote Session 1: Esther Ejike on Leveraging Technology to Craft Your Personal Finance Journey Esther Ejike, a.k.a Financial Sabi, a personal finance expert, delivered an engaging keynote that emphasized building financial stability using fintech apps. She highlighted the psychology of spending, referencing Parkinson’s Law: ‘A man’s expenses will always rise to meet his income.’ She urged participants never to leave their financial lives to chance, and most importantly, to start with clarity, not comparing their financial journey to the next person. Her keynote explained the process of a personal finance self-review, challenging the audience to start where they are....

       The event titled "Her Money Moves," organized by the Office of the Vice President, was held in celebration of International Women's Day (IWD) 2025. The primary focus of this event was to empower women to take ownership of their financial futures.      The program commenced at 11:40 AM. with an opening prayer followed by the National Anthem. Alawode Ewaoluwa served as the anchor for the event, welcoming distinguished guests to the podium, where special seating had been arranged for them. Co-host Mr. Fashina Oluwadaanmilare supported the anchor throughout the proceedings.       Furthermore, the Vice President, Odediji Christianah, delivered an opening speech, expressing her gratitude to all attendees and emphasizing the event's focus on finance, its maintenance, and the importance of honouring financial literacy She announced that each attendees would receive a complimentary book which were given to some random attendees.  Keyn...

On May 24th, 2025, students eager to know the ropes of LinkedIn gathered at the SUB TV Room to draw from the wealth of knowledge speakers had to share. The event tagged ‘LinkedIn 101 for Students: Learning the Systems that Make LinkedIn Work for Students’ featured engaging activities, including valuable insights from speakers like Peace Akanni (Brand Strategist and Content Writer), Success Ogunlana (Senior Brand Designer and Founder @Piqe), and Confidence Akinyemi (Art Director & Content Writer), with a special appearance from Opeyemi Ariki (Vice President, Students' Finance Club). Each speaker shared practical hacks to make LinkedIn work for the audience, including profile optimisation, incorporating relevant keywords, networking with value in mind, and more. Opeyemi, in her session, emphasized eight successful ways students could position themselves for opportunities on LinkedIn. She mentioned that even though opportunities on LinkedIn are limitless, students needed to be pre...

    On Monday and Tuesday, February 10th and 11th Consecutively, students of the Department of Dramatic Arts, Obafemi Awolowo University, presented two distinct plays: Anowa and The Palmwine Drinkard. The performances showcased the diverse forms of dramatic literature, encompassing both tragedy and comedy.         The Palm Wine Drinkard    Amos Tutuola's "The Palm Wine Drinkard" is a work of African literature, a fantastical journey through Yoruba folklore told in a unique and vibrant voice. The performance began with Lanke, a palm wine addict who, by his own account, first tasted palm wine at the age of five and had since become addicted to it.    The real adventure began when Alaba, Lanke's favorite palm wine tapper, fell from a palm tree and died. This greatly affected Lanke, and he vowed to bring Alaba back from the dead. He embarked on a journey to the land of the dead, first visiting the "Iwins" for power. The actors delivered extr...

1) Set clear Goals and Be intentional: Before reading, define what you want to achieve. Setting goals helps you stay focused and retain information. 2) Create a pre reading Routine: Develop a consistent pre reading routine to get your mind ready. 3) Take Notes and Highlight key points: This helps you to identify concepts and also make the book more comprehensive. 4) Discuss with others and Reflect on your own: Discussing the books with others or reflecting on your own, helps solidify your understanding. For instance, sharing my your thoughts with a friend or family members. 5) Use Visual Aids: Visualise the information to retain it. For Example, Summarizing key points in your own words. 6) Review and Read Regularly: Regular review helps reinforce your understanding. 7) Apply what you've learnt: Apply the book's concepts and insights to your Life by sharing what you've learnt with others and implementing new habits or strategies

   Hi there, wonderful readers! Our guest today is a multifaceted individual who has shown excellence in both academic and entrepreneurial endeavors. He’s a part 4 student from the Department of English at OAU, a fashion brand owner, a stylist, a creative director, and a virtual assistant with a knack for tech. He’s also a proud ambassador of the notion that one can excel in multiple fields without being limited by conventional boundaries. Let's dive in! NCB : I’m Moyinoluwa, and I will be anchoring the interview. Please, introduce yourself to our audience.   FYB : Okay. Hmm... My name is Olagbaju Ayomide Emmanuel, a part 4 student of the Department of English.   NCB : Nice to meet you, Ayomide. Can you share more about yourself, your childhood, and your family background—anything about yourself? Your hobbies, what you're into, and much more?   FYB : Okay... My childhood is quite the usual one. I was born into a family of 5, and both of my parents are from Ile-I...

Hi there, wonderful readers! Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Aishat, a final-year Literature in English student at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU). In this interview, we’ll explore her journey as a student, her experiences at OAU, her passions, and her future aspirations. Join us as we get to know the vibrant individual. Let’s dive in! NCB: Good afternoon, Aishat. I'm Peter, your anchor for today's interview.   FYB: Good afternoon.   NCB: It's an honor to have you with us. Could you please tell us a little about yourself?   FYB: My name is Aishat, and I'm a final-year Literature in English student at OAU.   NCB: Nice! I only know you as a literature major who sometimes wears glasses. Can you give us a proper introduction?   FYB: Yeah, I'm the girl with the glasses! I'm from Igboora, Oyo State which is the hometown of twins. I've lived in Ibadan most of my life and grew up as a "ọmọ Teacher" (teacher's child).   NCB: I love yo...