The students were awarded the scholarships by guest speakers
at the event titled, “Financial Independence: A Creative and Innovative Mind,”
held March 31, 2023, at the Oduduwa Hall of the university.
A statement by the Financial Secretary of the union, Joy
Abiola, said the main purpose of the event was to arm students with the
necessary skills needed for financial liberation during their stay on campus
and thereafter.
He said the scholarship would be given to the indigent
students selected from across the faculties. The beneficiaries will have their
school fees for the 2022/23 session paid through the scholarships.
Some keynote speakers at the event include Mrs. Oluneye Oluwole who is an international author and serial entrepreneur and Co-Founder of Dukiya Investment, Mr. Lukman Shobowale.
Joy noted that there was also a panel session where students
were able to clear their confusion on entrepreneurship. The panelists include
Mrs. Oluseinde Oluwatosin, Mr. Daniel Otabor, Mr. Promise Isaac, Mr. Anozie
Fortunate, Mr. Franklin Peters, Mrs. Opeyemi Oluwafisayomi and JoshOfLagos.
He said the panelists spoke with ultimate conviction that
everyone could architect their financial independence journey and make it a
reality through consistency.
“During the event, 17 scholarships were awarded to indigent
students of which 10 were received from Mr. Lukman Shobowale, five from Mr.
Wole Fapohunda, and two from another speaker, Gideon Ajose,” he said.
He lauded other partners who contributed to the success of
the event, including Ogbuehi Dillion, Anifat Oyedele, Olufemi Joshua, and
Osunromade John.