NCB: Good evening. Could you please introduce yourself?
FYB: My name is Babatunde Amusan Popularly known as Sir Tee.
NCB: You said , your political name, meaning you have a political career. Tell us about it.
FYB : Currently, I am the right honourable speaker of English Department and I ‘m also
representing our faculty at the Student Union level and apart from that, I’ve served as an honourable in Part one , I was a member of transition committee in part two and in part three, I was the director of socials of English Department and was also a NAOSS President [National Association of Osun State Students].
NCB: Can you tell us more about your background, childhood, family and religion?
FYB: Let me start with my religion; I am a Christian and the first child in my family and I have a younger sibling. I am from Ile-Ife, Osun State. My Secondary School and Primary School was at Ipetumodu. I went to a Polytechnic, Osun State Polytechnic Ire where I studied Mass Communication before coming to OAU.
NCB: Having spent all your life in Osun State, why did you still pick Osun for your tertiary institution, don’t you like to explore?
FYB: It is not the case that I don’t want to explore, If you have the best material that you can make use of around, I don’t think you would have to go to some other places. The Polytechnic I attended was the 5th best Polytechnic in Nigeria when I was there and OAU is one of the best universities in Nigeria. Going to other institution all because I don’t want to stay in Osun State doesn’t make sense to me.
NCB: Why are you studying English in OAU when you studied Mass Communication in the polytechnic?
FYB: At the time I wanted to get into the university, Mass Communication was not available in OAU and I chose English because I felt it was a closest course to Mass Communication. I chose English, I’m not a wounded lawyer.
NCB: How is OAU treating you?
FYB: Not bad. The fact that I’m a final year student means I’m coping although, e’s choking.
NCB: What do you think about the popular saying that ” English department is tough” ?
FYB: I don’t think the toughness is limited to English Department alone . I just think the lecturers want the students to put more effort. OAU is a reputable school and her products should be good enough for the society.
NCB: So you are saying that you are not a fan of ‘school na scam’?
FYB: If school was a scam, then we would not be here but people are putting more effort, by the way.
NCB: Was politics part of your childhood or you built your interest on it in the university?
FYB: I loved politics before coming to higher institution. Government was my best subject in secondary school and that exposed me to politics but I found politics interesting when I was in Polytechnic, even though, I was not really involved then. Getting to OAU, I put all that I learnt about politics into use.
NCB: How do you feel about diverting from Journalism to Politics?
FYB: Mass Communication is very broad and I specialised in PR [Public Relation] and I loved it. I once had interest in NCB too but I couldn’t combine politics with Journalism.
NCB: How was the beginning of your political career?
FYB: It was not easy. The foundation is the hardest stage of anything and everything. For a freshman to be known in class, department and even at the faculty level requires a lot of hard work and familiarization. My interests and ambitions kept me going and in part three as the director of socials, I was able to organize the best dinner award night on OAU campus.
NCB: Do you think this current executives are improving, concerning the social aspect of the department?
FYB: Definitely, because the incumbent president of the department was the vice-president when I was the director of socials and we worked together to make the dinner a memorable one. So, I believe they are capable of doing it well.
NCB: Has there been any point in time, your political career has affected you academically?
FYB: Honestly, it was very tough for me in my third year when I was the director of socials and the NAOSS President simultaneously, combining that with my academics was not easy.
NCB: Would you describe yourself as a religious person?
FYB: Of course, I am from a Christian home.
NCB: Do you think your being religious has helped your political career?
FYB: Yes, it has. I commit every aspect of my life into God’s hands with faith and I believe nothing is impossible with God
NCB: Is there any other thing that interests you aside politics, hobbies, businesses?
FYB: I learnt barbing after my secondary school, it was my side hustle in my first year at Angola hall. Now, I have been able to establish it. I have a barbing shop now. I am also in cryptocurrency.
NCB: Do you love traveling or exploring places?
FYB: I love traveling. I have been to all the states in the south west and I’ve also been to Abuja.
NCB:Of all places, you have been able to explore, which is the most memorable?
FYB: Abuja.
NCB: What interests you in a lady?
FYB: I love it when a lady is humble and responsible. I also love hardworking and serious ladies.
NCB: Does she have those qualities?
FYB: Who?
NCB: Your girlfriend. Or are you single?
FYB: Yes, she has the qualities.
NCB: In the next few years, where should we be expecting you?
FYB: I should be in the US.
NCB: Doing what?
FYB: Making money.
NCB: So you are leaving Nigeria for good?
FYB: I’m coming back after making money because I love Nigeria so much.
NCB: Can’t you make the money in Nigeria?
FYB: I can, but it’s easier and faster abroad.
NCB: Are you satisfied with the way you utilized your political skills in OAU?
FYB: Yes, I am satisfied
NCB: Do you have a sister “sounding your sound” in the department, like a crush?
FYB: I have but I will not mention her name and she knows herself.
NCB: Should we be expecting you in any political position in Nigeria?
FYB: Definitely. I’m an up and coming governor or even future president.
NCB: What is your advice to your junior colleagues in the political field?
FYB: Familiarize yourself with people and be humble. Do not be an hypocrite and don’t force your recognition. Make sure you are always relevant anywhere you find yourself.
NCB: What is your philosophy of life?
FYB: Don’t fight for recognition, people will recognize you for your good deeds.
NCB: Make your shout-out
FYB: Shout-out to my classmates, the Titans. Shout-out to NAOSS Osun OAU. Shout-out to NIDSA. Shout-out to KEGITES Club International and to the girl that makes me happy.
NCB: What do you have to say about NCB?
FYB: You are doing well. I do read your news on the board at the departmental lobby. You are a blessing to the department and you will continue to flourish.
NCB: Amen! Thank you for your time Hon. Sir Tee.
FYB: You’re welcome.
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