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Programme for Faculty and Senior Non-Teaching Staff: 2015/2016 Academic Session

EXECUTIVE ADVANCE

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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,

COVENANT UNIVERSITY EXECUTIVE ADVANCE ENDS ON A POSITIVE NOTE

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COVENANT UNIVERSITY for Faculty and Senior Non-Teaching Staff: 2015/2016 Academic SessionEXECUTIVE ADVANCE

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”


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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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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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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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


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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spearheading the orientation programme for new faculty and staff


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


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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