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ESAN Manifesto And Debate Night

With the Presence of Infocus News Agency’s members as Judges, ESAN  had a confrontational Manifesto and debate night at Awo Cafe on the 16th of July.

ESAN debate and manifesto night at Awo cafe

The debate which was slated for 4 pm kicked off some minutes after 5 pm due to some delay on the part of the electorate. It had in attendance different candidates vying for various posts at the faculty level, with their supporters showing their full support.

Manifesto started with the office of the Director of Sports which had two candidates: Adebayo Malik (Malik) and Ozemoje Victoria Olohije.

Malik stated his mission as organizing inter-department sports competitions. He also mentioned that his focus is not just on football but also on other sporting activities.

He vowed to seek sponsorship whenever the need arises and he mentioned the idea of virtual assisted referees and graphics designs to promote inclusion in sports events.

Victoria, on the other hand, said she would educate students interested in sporting activities on their primary assignment on campus, which is their studies. 

She mentioned working to organize inter-school competitions while boasting of her connections with friends outside OAU who can make her dreams become a reality. 

Aside from physical sporting activities, she emphasized mental health. She promised to introduce games like chess which can strengthen the mental health of students.

Shetimmar, an unopposed candidate vying for the post of Librarian, spoke about the importance of an ideal online library where Esanites can access educational materials and PDFs.

One of his goals is the implementation of some basic facilities that are unavailable at the faculty library like Wall sockets and ceiling fans.

Also, he said he would ensure the extension of reading hours for Esanites during examination periods at the faculty library.

The Office of the Assistant Secretary-General had two candidates: Folarin Aishat Opeyemi (shanty) and Oluwatunmise Akinnibi (Investor). 

Shanty, during her manifesto, explained that the duties of an Assistant Secretary-General are to always assist the Secretary-General in achieving the stated goals of the administration, foster a collaborative environment, and create innovative ideas. 

Unfortunately, when questioned about her duties apart from assisting the Secretary-General, she gave no specific response as her answers had no stance. 

Investor stated his agenda as working tirelessly to assist the secretary General to enhance their proper minute-taking in both his presence and absence. 

Adewunmi Adesewa Orinope, the only candidate eyeing the post of the Welfare Director gave an entrance by defining Welfare. She mentioned various welfare moves like examination welfare packages, also health welfare. 

When interrogated on ways she plans to achieve her goals while taking proper care of herself, she answered by taking preventive measures, drinking enough water, and resting when needed. She also informed Esanites of her intention to partner with NGOs to source for sponsorship

The lucky Ayeleru Michaela vying for the post of Director of Socials whose two other candidates were disqualified, leaving her as the only candidate listed 3 basic agendas.

Her agenda included social visibility, inclusive and innovative events, and awareness initiatives. 

She cited examples of her previous involvement with social events that she hosted to prove her competence as the right person for the post. 

For the “not-party-type,” her agenda is to create a suitable event for them to involve them in social activities.

Proceeding to the Office of the Public Relations Officer, Adewoye Mubaraq Adebisi (Mouthpiece) started also with his three basic agenda if elected as the PRO. 

His agenda is to enhance students’ engagement through the use of notice boards, opinion boxes, and social media platforms. 

In addition to his agenda, he spoke on building a community for Information dissemination, connecting with PROs from various departments across faculties, and promoting the faculty’s excellence through the use of social media.

Oni Timothy Olamide (Hafreeka)  on the other hand started with aiming to foster communication by connecting with PROs and class representatives across the faculty, resuscitating events that are no longer active in the faculty like  Edu Insight, Edu Magistrate Club, and a host of others.

More so, when asked to distinguish between PR and Press release, he stated that PR is a person in charge of an organization in disseminating information and a Press release is information about an organization. 

Concerning maintenance of the faculty’s reputation, Hafreeka stated that he would use the platform of Esanites to reach out to people while Mouthpiece stated that he would use the ESAN website, social media platforms, and the notice board to reach out to people. 

Furthermore, with two candidates vying for the post of Financial Secretary, James Israel Ogunleye known as Jamkid in his manifesto stressed transparency and accountability with all financial records if elected.  He pointed to prudence as a quality he possesses to be a good financial manager. 

Alo Olamiposi Joshua (Prince Joshua) explained that his duty if elected is to collect all funds in ESAN. He also made his plans known to be transparent and cooperate with the welfare director to provide finances to students.

Another unopposed candidate for the office of the General Secretary, Akinade Abayomi E. (Perazim) in his manifesto promised to continue the good deeds of the erstwhile General Secretary.

He spoke on the use of technology to make the work of the General Secretary easier, faster, and more detailed since the use of technology is the most effective way of spreading information.

 Although he explained the roles of the General Secretary, he was unable to provide convincing and concise answers to questions thrown at him by the judges.

There is a popular saying that, “what a man can do, a woman can do better.” The same goes for the office of the Vice President. 

Aderonke Blessing Petinrin (Blessing), an unopposed candidate who made her supporters roar like a Tiger presented her agenda in three concise points. 

Intending to serve Esanites, her agenda included making academics secure for all students across various parts, creating programs that would be beneficial for the freshers, and general welfare for all students.

The Atmosphere became intense with the emergence of the Presidential candidates in the person of Oloyede Kehinde Temitayo (Kenny) and Adelakun Damilola Emmanuel (Damscod).

 Damscod presented his agenda and termed it “ACCORD AGENDA ” each letter standing as an acronym for

A- Association

C- Creativity

C- Connectivity

O- Opportunity

R- Reliability 

D- Development. 

Damscod gave justice to some questions being asked due to his courage, vibrancy, and ideas. 

Kenny, stated his commitment if he gets elected as progressivity, unity and inclusivity, academic advocacy, student well-being, accountability, and transparency.

He promised to be dedicated to prioritizing the interests of Esanites. Kenny however, was unable to provide straight answers to some of the questions being asked.

The manifesto and debate came to a close with the uproar of the electorates. The final result of the manifesto and debate according to the judges can be seen below:

 

DIRECTOR OF SPORTS

MALIK: 54%

VICTORIA: 62%

LIBRARIAN

SHETTIMAR:67%

AGS

SHANTY: 44%

INVESTOR: 64%

WELFARE

ADESEWA:68%

DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL

MICHAELA: 62%

PRO

MOUTHPIECE: 70%

HAFREEKA: 55%

FINANCIAL SECRETARY

JAMKID: 66%

PRINCE JOSH: 64%

GENERAL SECRETARY

PERAZIM: 66%

VICE PRESIDENT

BLESSING: 61%

PRESIDENT

KENNY: 66%

DAMSCOD: 73%

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