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Habeeb Ibrahim Students of Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) residing off campus around First Gate, Lambo Lasunwon community, have voiced their frustrations over a prolonged power outage in their areas, which has severely impacted their ability to prepare for exams.  The outage, which has lasted over 30 hours, has led to significant challenges in maintaining a conducive environment for studying. In an interview with LASUSTECH Watch, Odeyemi Saidat Adeoba, a second-year student of Office and Information Management, described the extended outage as a major obstacle. “The situation is poor, and we have no alternative source of power, such as a generator, available to us,” she lamented. Saidat added that the lack of electricity had severely hindered her ability to focus on her studies and called on the management to engage with IKEDC and the electricity distribution companies (DisCos) to resolve the issue. Akinwumi Rofiat Boluwatife, a Mass Communication stud...

Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) Vice Chancellor, Prof. Olumuyiwa Odusanya, has expressed concern over the prevalence of sexual harassment within the university community.  Speaking at the monthly Executive Management Meeting with the University's Labour Union Executives on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at the Council Chamber, Ikorodu Campus, Prof. Odusanya presented a paper titled "Preventing Sexual Violence." "Various studies in Nigeria show that almost half of University students had experienced sexual violence. Sexual harassment is a scourge that must be eradicated from our campus. LASUSTECH has zero tolerance for sexual harassment in any form," Prof. Odusanya emphasized. "We will not condone any behavior that compromises the safety and well-being of our students and staff." Prof. Odusanya cited the Lagos State Criminal Law of 2021, Section 264, which addresses unwelcome situations that affect academic and empl...

  Habeeb Ibrahim and Sheriff Oshuniran  The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Joint Campus Council (JCC) Lagos Axis, hosted an Inter-Campus Debate and Security Summit on August 21, 2024, at the Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) in Ikorodu.  The event, themed "A Nexus Between Building Blocks of Leadership and Cloud Nine Governance," brought together ten prominent tertiary institutions across Lagos State, including LASU, UNILAG, LASUSTECH, YABATECH, and others. The summit kicked off with a warm welcome from the Vice-Chancellor of LASUSTECH, Professor Olumuyiwa Omotola Odusanya, who commended NANS for organizing such a timely event.  “We rejoice with NANS for organizing this meeting. Students own not only today but tomorrow. If you do not remember anything I have said, remember I said, even today, we say students are leaders of tomorrow. No! The leadership starts today,” he emphasized, urging students to embrace their roles as ...

Bisiriyu Hassan  The Lagos State University of Science and Technology Students Consultative Assembly (LSCA) recently concluded a highly successful VC's Cup, a multifaceted sporting event that brought together the university's brightest talents.  The competition featured football, chess, scrabble, and tennis, with students from various faculties vying for top honors. The football final, held on Thursday, was a nail-biting affair that saw the College of Engineering clinch victory against the College of Basic Science after a tense penalty shootout.  This thrilling match was a highlight of the event, showcasing the skills and determination of the student-athletes. In addition to football, the VC's Cup also celebrated the achievements of students in other sports.  The chess competition crowned Ehondor Micheal Ojo and Marvelous Enjo Emmanuel as the male champions, while Agbabiaka Martha took the top spot in the female category.  In scrabble, Francis Aro, Samson Hassan...

  By Habeeb Ibrahim  Photos by: Sholape Ajide The students of Tourism and Hospitality Management from Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) recently made waves at the Lagos Cultural Heritage event titled "Historical Story of Lagos," held at Freedom Park, Broad Street, Lagos. Their performance, which creatively depicted the history and cultural richness of Lagos through dance and drama, earned them significant recognition. The event was organized by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture under the leadership of Hon. Idris Aregbe, Special Adviser to the Governor on Tourism, Arts, and Culture. The goal of the event was to offer a comprehensive introduction to the culture, traditions, and customs of Lagos, while also celebrating and promoting the unique heritage of the state. LASUSTECH's participation stood out as they captivated the audience with a concise yet impactful performance, delivering the historical narrative of Lagos in under 10 minutes. ...

By Habeeb Ibrahim  Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) has appointed Dr. Steven Anu' Adesemoye as the new Acting Head of the Department of Mass Communication, effective August 1, 2024. Dr. Adesemoye, a Senior Lecturer in the department, brings extensive experience in screen and culture, public relations, and narrative media production to his new role.  Previously, he served as the acting public relations officer and assistant dean for student affairs at the former Lagos State Polytechnic. "I am honoured to lead the Department of Mass Communication at LASUSTECH," said Dr. Adesemoye. "My vision is to position the department as a hub for innovation and excellence in media education, research, and industry collaboration." Dr. Adesemoye's strategic plans include developing partnerships with media organizations, introducing technology-driven teaching methods, and curriculum reforms aimed at enhancing students' employability. His focus ...

By Hassan Bisiriyu   The Federation of Epe Division Students' Associations of Lagos State University of Science and Technology (FEDSA-LASUSTECH) held a press conference today to address the planned protest across the state, urging students to explore alternative approaches to achieving their goals. According to President Sen. Habeeb O. Obadina, "We understand the frustrations of our students, but we must explore alternative approaches to achieve our goals. Confrontation is not the only solution, and we urge our students to embrace dialogue and work with us to find solutions that benefit everyone." Rt. Hon. Edu Shaffi Oladehinde, FEDSA-LASUSTECH Speaker, emphasized the importance of collaboration, stating, "We believe that by working together with the government, administration, and other stakeholders, we can find solutions that benefit everyone. We are committed to working collaboratively to address the challenges we face and create a positive and productive learning...

 By Habeeb Ibrahim The department of Mass Communication, Lagos State University of Science and Technology’s College of Applied Social Science concluded the 2023/2024 Dean's Cup football tournament with a victorious win, while the Mathematics and Statistics department triumphed over the Computer Science department to win the Dean's Cup of the College of Basic Science. The final match, held at the university’s sports complex, saw the Mass Communication team defeat the Accountancy department 3-1. The match, was graced by notable figures including Dr. Abiola Lawal, the Sports Director and Head of the Banking and Finance Department, and Dr. Zannu Prosper, Head of the Mass Communication Department. The Accountancy department struck first, scoring a goal in the first half, which intensified the pressure on the Mass Communication team and their supporters. However, Mass Communication staged a remarkable comeback in the second half. Roqeeb Akinola (Larry), assisted by Gabriel Okeodoyin ...