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Programme for Faculty and Senior Non-Teaching Staff: 2015/2016 Academic Session
EXECUTIVE ADVANCE
EVENT PANORAMA
EVENT PANORAMA AFRICAN LEADERSHIP
DEVELOPMENT CENTRECovenant University, Km. 10 Idiroko Road, Canaan Land, Ota, Ogun State, Nigeria
Venue:
Date: AUGUST 3 - 7, 2015
INNOVATION, PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT AND NATION BUILDING: IMPETUS FOR THE
ATTAINMENT OF VISION 10:2022
Theme:
“There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure”
-Colin Powell.
Between August 3 and 7, 2015, Covenant University organized an empowering Executive Advance for its Faculty and Senior Non-Teaching Staff with the aim of building the capacity of the workforce for the task ahead in the new academic session. The theme of the weeklong intensive programme was “Innovation, Product Development and Nation Building: Impetus for the Attainment of Vision 10:2022.” It attracted 20 high quality presentations by proven innovative Leaders, Technocrats and Scholars drawn from within and outside the University.
The programme was declared opened by the Chancellor, Dr. David Oyededpo who made the first presentation titled, “Understanding the Vision, Mission, Philosophy and Core Values of Covenant University.” The Chancellor stated that the University is committed to recover the originality of the Blackman and urged the participants to think outside the box in order to create solutions. The second presentation was given by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charles Ayo, who made a scholarly appraisal of Vision10:2022, its achievements and challenges.
The presentation was discussed by a panel of discussants coordinated by Professor Charles Ogbulogo. The panel members include Professors Shalom Chinedu, Nicholas Omoregbe, Samuel John and Francis Iyoha.
In the third presentation, Professor Gbolahan Oni elucidated on the topic: “The Strategic Role of Covenant University in Nation Building: Prospects and Imperatives.”
How to promote and generate revenue from sustainable innovative product development efforts of the University was the focus of the fourth presentation by Professor Samuel Wara, Director Covenant University Centre for Research, Innovation and Development (CUCRID), who spoke on the topic: “Promoting the Culture of Innovation, Product Development for IGR in Covenant University”.
His presentation was further enriched by contributions from a panel of discussants coordinated by Professor Christian Bolu. Members of the panel include Professor C.O.A Awosope, Professor Louis Egwari, Dr. Omotayo Adewuyi and Dr. Uloma Uwuigbe.
The former Registrar, Dr Olumuyiwa Oludayo, gave the fifth presentation titled, “Presenting Covenant University Work Ethics, Governance Structure and Administrative Process.”
The second day of the Executive Advance was kicked off with a thought provoking presentation by the Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo, titled, “Spirituality: The Catalyst For Innovation And Product Development.”
This was followed by another stimulating presentation from the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor Taiwo Abioye, titled, “Developing an Internationalization Agenda for Covenant University”. Informed contributions were made by a panel of discussants anchored by Professor Charles Ogbulogo with Dr. Angela Eni, Dr. Omotayo Osibanjo and Dr. Francis Idachaba as members.
An international consultant and CEO, Academy for Excellence in Education, Dr. Elewechi Okike, during the presentations eight and nine did a review of Problem-Based Learning in Covenant University. She critically assessed the introduction, progress and challenges associated with PBL. Her presentations were further x-rayed by a panel of discussants coordinated by Professor Isaiah Olurinola with Professor Cleopas Loto, Dr. Oluseyi Ajayi and Dr. Zacchaeus Omogbadegun as members.Presentation 10 featured “An Empowering the Teachers Mini-Workshop” with the theme: “Tips on Teaching Effectiveness.” The tips highlighted include: Conducting Effective Tutorials, Making Better Power Point Presentations,
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Test/Assessment Techniques, Te a c h i n g w i t h E m o t i o n a l Intelligence and E f f e c t i v e Class Management.
thThe 11 presentation was given by the
Director, Academic Planning Unit, Dr. Olawande Daramola, on the topic: “Special
Presentation on Covenant University Strategic Plan”. The various aspect of the presentation
was discussed by panelists, comprising of Professor Christian Bolu, Professor Francis Iyoha, Dr.
Henry Okodua and Dr. Conrad Omonhinmi.
This was followed by a special presentation on Covenant University Information Technology Policy by Professor Samuel
John, Dean of College of Engineering with contribution from the Director Centre for Systems and Information Service, Engr. Yinka
Adeboye.
Presentation 13 titled, “Towards a Disciplined Pursuit of the Covenant University Vision” was made by Pastor Yemi Nathaniel, Mandate Secretary,
Living Faith Church Worldwide on the third day of the Executive Advance.
Mr. Tolu Okuboyejo of WDL Technologies, Lagos gave the 14 presentation titled, “Electronic Document Management System.”
In the 15 presentation, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charles K. Ayo, unveiled the University's plans for endowed professorial chairs in an exposition titled, “Towards the Establishment of Endowed Chairs and Research Professorships in Covenant University.”
On the fourth day of the programme, Pastor (Mrs.) Faith Oyedepo, Vice-President Education, Living Faith Church Worldwide, gave an empowering presentation on the topic: “Running Well And Finishing Strong: Healthy Family Tips For Academics.” It
thwas the 16 presentation.
thThe Resident Pastor, Faith Tabernacle, Pastor Ubong Ntia, gave the 17 presentation on the topic: “The Place of Integrity for Attaining Academic and Professional Excellence.”
thThe 18 presentation was an illumination on the art of leadership by the Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo, on the topic: “The Acts of Leadership: Providing a Template for Personal and Corporate Excellence towards Nation Building.”
There were specialized group activities such as Special Orientation for all new Faculty and Staff, Academic Advisers Forum, Capacity Building Seminar for Senior Non-Teaching Staff, Hands-On Training on E-Learning/Moodle Platform, Smart Board and other Teaching Facilities, and Library Orientation/ Hands-On Training Session for Faculty and Staff.
On the last day of the Executive Advance, an Alumnus of the University and CEO of Softcom Limited, Mr. Yomi Adedeji, who was represented by Dr.
thOlumuyiwa Oludayo, gave the 19 presentation titled, “Improving Mobile Learning Adoption In Covenant University: A Tutorial for Teachers.”
This was followed by a presentation by the Director Financial Services, Pastor Bayo Oladeinbo, on the topic: “Harnessing Institutional Potentials and Resources for Sustainable Development.” His presentation was further discussed by a panel of discussants coordinated by Professor Jonathan Adeyeye and had Professors Francis Iyoha and Albert Adeboye as members.
The Vice-Chancellor facilitated orientation for Academic Leaders in the University, including Deans, Directors, Professors, Deputy Deans, HODs and Programme Coordinators on the expectations for the new academic year.
The 2015 Executive Advance came to a glorious conclusion with an empowering impartation for excellence and closing charge by the Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo.
This publication is a special presentation of the 2015 Executive Advance for Faculty and Senior Non-Teaching Staff in pictures.
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DAY 1
Chancellor, Covenant University, Dr. David Oyedepo, making his presentation on the topic: “Understanding the Vision,
Mission, Philosophy and Core-Values of Covenant University”
Assistant Chaplain, Mr Anijesu Ajayi, leading the opening prayer
DAY 1
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Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charles K. Ayo, making the second presentation
on the topic ”Vision !0:2022: An Appraisal of Achievements and Challenges”
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COVENANT UNIVERSITY for Faculty and Senior Non-Teaching Staff: 2015/2016 Academic SessionEXECUTIVE ADVANCE DAY 1
Another cross section of participants
Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor Taiwo Abioye,
giving her welcome remarks
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A cross section of participants
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Dean, College of Business and Social Sciences, Professor Francis Iyoha,
making his contribution as a panel disscussant
Dean, College of Engineering, Professor Samuel John, making his contribution
while Professor Nicholas Omoregbe looks on
Dean, College of Leadership Development Studies, Professor Charles Ogbulogo, moderating the discussion session
DAY 1
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COVENANT UNIVERSITY for Faculty and Senior Non-Teaching Staff: 2015/2016 Academic SessionEXECUTIVE ADVANCE DAY 1
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Director, Centre for Learning Resources, Dr. Chris Nkiko, making enquiries
Dean, College of Science and Technology, Professor Nicholas Omoregbe,
making his contribution
Dean, College of Engineering, Professor Samuel N. John, making his contribution after the Vice-Chancellor’s presentation
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Director, Covenant University Centre for Research
Innovation and Discovery (CUCURID), Professor
Samuel Wara, making his presentation on the topic
“ Promoting the Culture of Innovation, Product
Development for IGR in Covenant University”
Professor Sanjay Misra, a senior faculty in
the Department of Computer and Information
Sciences, also making enquiries
Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charles K. Ayo,
responding to all the enquiries
Professor Gbolahan Oni, making his
presentation on the topic“The Strategic Role
of Covenant University in Nation Building:
Prospects and Imperatives”
The immediate past Registrar of Covenant
University, Dr. Olumuyiwa Oludayo, making
his presentation on the topic “Presenting
Covenant University Work Ethics, Governance
Structure and Administrative Process”
One of the Rappoteurs,
Dr. Mathew Egharevba,
summarising the various
presentations and contributions
DAY 1
Dr. Ada Peter, another Rapporteur,
also summarising the presentations
and contributions
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COVENANT UNIVERSITY for Faculty and Senior Non-Teaching Staff: 2015/2016 Academic SessionEXECUTIVE ADVANCE DAY 2
A cross section of participants
Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charles
K. Ayo, giving his welcome remarks
Dr. Lanre Amodu, directing proceedingsduring the morning session
Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo, making his
presentation on the topic: “ Spirituality: Catalyst
for Innovation and Product Development”
Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor Taiwo
Abioye, making her presentation on the topic:
“Developing Internationalisation Agenda for Covenant University”
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Immediate past Dean of Students’ Affairs,
Mr. Ezenwoke Azubuike, making his
contribution
CEO/Managing Consultant, Academy for Excellence
in Education, Dr. Elewechi Okeke, making her
presentation on the topic: “A review of Problem Based
Learning in Covenant University (Introduction,
Progress and Challenges)”
Professor Oluranti Olurinola, moderating the
discussion session after Dr. Okeke’s presentation
Dean, Students’ Affairs, Dr. Zachaeus
Omogbadegun, making a contribution during the
discussion session
Immediate past Registrar, Dr. Olumuyiwa Oludayo,
making his contribution
Dr. Angela Eni, directing proceedings
for the afternoon session
DAY 2
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COVENANT UNIVERSITY for Faculty and Senior Non-Teaching Staff: 2015/2016 Academic SessionEXECUTIVE ADVANCE DAY 2
Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charles K. Ayo, making some clarifications
Professor Christian Bolu, also making his contribution Dr. Henry Okodua, making his
contribution to the presentation by Dr. Daramola
Rapporteur for the second day,Dr. Yinka Ohunakin, summarizing
the presentations of the day
Director, Academic Planning Unit, Dr. Olawande Daramola,
making special presentation on Covenant University Strategic Plan
Immediate past Chaplain, Pastor Promise
Omidiora, leading the closing prayer
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Dr. Conrad Omonhinmi, also making his contribution
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Dean, College of Engineering, Professor
Samuel John, making his special
presentation on Covenant University
Information Technology Policy
Assistant Chaplain, Mr. Anijesu Ajayi,
leading the opening prayer
Praise and worship led by Dr. (Mrs) Omolola
Omotosho and Dr. (Mrs) Folasade Adegboye
Director, Centre for Systems and Information
Services (CSIS), Mr. Yinka Adeboye, also
speaking on the CU ICT Policy
Pioneer Registrar Covenant University and Current
Mandate Secretary of LFCWW, Pastor Yemi Nathaniel,
making his presentation on the topic: “Towards A Disciplined
Pursuit of the Covenant University Vision”
Dr. Sheriff Folarin, directing proceedings
during the morning session
DAY 3
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Mr. Tolu Okuboyejo of WDL Technologies,
Lagos, making his presentation on the topic:
“Electronic Document Management System”
Mr. Ademola Olopade, E-Learning
Officer with CSIS, giving an overview of
E-Learning on the platform of Moodle,
Smart Board and other teaching facilities
Immediate past Chaplain, Pastor Promise Omidiora, leading the closing prayer
Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charles K. Ayo, making his presentation on the topic: “Towards the
Establishment of Endowed Chairs and Research Professorships in Covenant University” A cross section of participants
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Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies,
Professor Shalom Chinedu, directing
proceedings for the afternoon session
Dr. Akan Williams, directing proceedings
Vice-President (Education) LFCWW, Pastor (Mrs.)
Faith Oyedepo, making her presentation on the
topic: “Running Well and Finishing Strong: Healthy
Family Tips for Academic”
Assistant Chaplain, Mr. Anijesu Ajayi,
leading the opening prayer
Praise and worship led by Dr. (Mrs.) Felicia Olokoyo
Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charles K. Ayo,
making his remarks
Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor Taiwo
Abioye, giving her welcome remarks
DAY 4
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DAY 3
A cross section of new faculty and staffDeputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor
Taiwo Abioye, addressing Senior Non-Teaching Staff
Resident Pastor, Faith Tabernacle, Canaan Land Ota, Pastor Ntia Ubong, making his presentation
on the topic: “ The Place of Integrity In Attaining Academic And Professional Excellence” Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo, making a presentation on the topic:
“The Acts of Leadership: Providing A Template For Personal and Corporate
Excellence Towards Nation Building”
A cross section of Senior Non-Teaching Staff members
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Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charles K. Ayo,
spearheading the orientation programme for new faculty and staff
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Mr. Ademola Olopade of the Centre for Systems and Information Services (CSIS),
teaching some Senior Faculty members on the use of Moodle, Smart Boards
and other teaching facilities
Another cross section of Non-Teaching Staff
Another cross section of Senior Faculty members during their
hands on training programme on Moodle and other teaching aids
Mr. Henry Igba, of the Media
and Corporate Affairs,
making enquiries
College Officer, College of Leadership
Development Studies, Mr. Raphael
Oloruntele, also making enquiries
DAY 4
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Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor
Taiwo Abioye, giving her welcome remarks
A cross section of faculty and staff
Mrs. Wisdom Iyanda Joel, leading the praise and worshipProfessor Patrick Edewor, directing proceedings
DAY 5
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A cross section of participants during the impartation
service to close the 2015-2016 Executive Advance
Assistant Chplain, Mr Anijesu Ajayi, leading the opening prayer
COVENANT UNIVERSITY for Faculty and Senior Non-Teaching Staff: 2015/2016 Academic SessionEXECUTIVE ADVANCE
Director, Financial Services, Pastor Bayo Oladehinbo,
speaking on the topic Harnessing Institutional
Potentials for Sustainable Development
Immediate Past Registrar, Dr. Olumuyiwa Oludayo,
speaking on the topic Improving Mobile Learning
Adoption in Covenant University :A Tutorial for Teachers
Director, Academic Planning,
Dr. Justine Olawande Daramola,
making the announcement
Panel of disscussants during the panel discussion
Chancellor, Covenant University, Dr. David Oyedepo, speaking on the
topic Impartation for Excellence and blessing the assembly
DAY 5
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