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Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by tunapa2009(m): 11:28am On Jan 03, 2015 |
It is a great honour to know this nairalander (username witheld) Oladesu Olusola, First class graduate, OAU Oladesu Olusola, 23, got the highest number of prizes at the 2011/2012 graduation of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State. He studied Agricultural Economics and had 4.82 CGPA. He shares his experience with TUNDE AJAJA You got the highest number of awards in your set during your convocation ceremony. Did you see it coming? Not really. I knew I would win some prizes because I was the best student in my department but I didn’t know it would be up to 10. I won 10 awards, including the university prize. Interestingly, I didn’t even plan towards a first class when I gained admission into OAU. My goal was just to ‘pass’ since I had been told the school was filled with geniuses. Planning towards a first class was like aiming too high, but I thank God I got more than that. What were you told about OAU? I was told stories about how difficult it could be to even be above average, not just to have a first class degree in OAU. However, it helped me lower my expectations and be humble enough to learn. The effect was actually positive but it’s not nice to create an unfounded fear in people. Those that eventually had first class in OAU didn’t fall from the sky. Now that you are out of school, how much has your class of degree helped in getting you a job? Though I’m currently doing my NYSC programme in Lagos State, I would say it has been a bit easy to be ‘considered’ for jobs, based on my class of degree, more so that most companies request for at least a Second Class Upper graduate. For now, it has not gone beyond invitation for aptitude tests and interviews, which has not translated into getting a job, but it has been helpful. However, being considered is something, making it through the recruitment process to get the job is a different ballgame. Right now, I’m still a corps member, so I’m optimistic. You studied an agricultural course that many people shy away from, what informed your choice? I never heard of Agricultural Economics as a course until I was offered one in 2007. I wanted to study Medicine just like many other students of my age. When I didn’t meet up with the required score in my UME, now UTME, my parents considered other options so I wouldn’t stay at home for a year, so they came up with the course. I took Agriculture and Economics as separate subjects in secondary school and I excelled in them, but that combination seemed weird to me. So, I insisted on studying medicine until a professor in the Faculty of Environmental Design and Management advised me to take the course, which I did. Even when we didn’t have much money, my parents ensured we had quality education and they encouraged us with words. I’m sure they would gladly reward me with material and cash gifts after reading this interview. Since you never wanted the course, what would you attribute your success to? I developed interest in the course and did the same thing others did, but in a different way. The way I read was different and I adopted the method that worked for me, just like I wouldn’t go to the library to read because of the comfort, quiet and formal outlook. I wasn’t a genius, but I drove myself to work hard and achieve results. I started my reading the moment the semester began. I would study hard and broaden my understanding of the topic the same day it was taught or at most weekends. I didn’t allow my notes to pile up or wait for test or exam before reading. I also did group discussion with eight of my colleagues, but towards exam or test, we could be as many as 30. That helped me too as the leader of the group. But some people think agric-related courses are simpler compared to others such as engineering, sciences, etc. How easy was it? No course was simple in the university I attended. When compared to engineering and other sciences, it is not simpler. Each course has its own complexities and uniqueness, and having that understanding makes it simple for the individual. We had cases of some medical and pharmacy students ‘thrown’ to my department when they could not meet some criteria to continue in medicine, and they still continued the downward slide in my faculty. So, no course is easy. In fact, the course wasn’t that easy. The range of courses offered in my faculty was wide; from pure science courses (theoretical and calculations) to social science and accounting subjects. In addition, many of my departmental courses required applications of concepts taught in class to real life situations. How was your previous academic performance? I started quite well in my elementary school and finished as the best throughout the three terms of Primary 5 before I left for Christ the Redeemer’s International Secondary School, Akure, where I finished as the best graduating student for 2006/07 session. I passed my WASSCE and UTME once just that my score in the latter was not up to the benchmark for Medicine that I wanted to study. How would you rate your performance as a first year student? My performance in the first semester as a first year student was quite better than what I expected, considering what I had been told about the school, so I just wanted to pass, at least. In the first year, I was close to making a first class, and so I put in more efforts with strategy and I reached a first class CGPA at the end of my first session. I put in my best even though I still had the intention of crossing to Medicine. I later fell in love with Agricultural Economics. It helps when we love the course we are studying. The other thing that helped was that I spoke to my senior colleagues to know what each course or lecturer required so I wouldn’t do things the wrong way. I put my past academic success behind me because the thought of that could hinder me from making progress. Some people may wonder what this course is all about? The peculiar aspects of my course include microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, agricultural finance, policy and marketing, farm management and land economics and it’s very applicable in Nigeria. An agricultural economist looks at the economic side of agriculture, either at micro or macro level. Do you agree with those who claim the aspect of agric extension is no longer active in our agric sector? Well, I wouldn’t agree with the notion of agric extension being dormant, because while a large percentage that are into farming in Nigeria are small- scale or subsistent farmers, extension officers are trying their best to reach many of them in order to adopt modern farming practices. While there may not be enough extension officers, and some areas are not even accessible to these officers, calling the extension arm dormant may sound too harsh. Entrepreneurship is the new gospel for the average Nigerian youth and I think farming activities are beginning to increase, though at a slow rate, but surely not reducing. I think the future of Agricultural Economics is robust in this country because we are entering into a revolutionary period in the agricultural sector where it needs to be the main stay of the economy once again. What was your reading style during exam? During exams, I dropped the idea of cooking (not that I was a good cook at other times though) totally because I believed it would waste my time. Maintaining academic success was big enough as a task because I had to excel in every course so as not to drop. I made sure I moved with like minds. I focused on reading and having group discussions. I didn’t isolate myself from others because of reading so I wouldn’t miss any valuable information that might concern the exam. One should not just work hard, but work smart. I also prayed as if I had not read. That didn’t stop me from attending social gatherings though, especially the religious ones. ]What was your most memorable moment in school? That was our convocation day. Being called out amidst the thousands of students and parents was wonderful as well as embarrassing. I am always embarrassed by my own success, no matter how little it is. Even the people I didn’t know would just walk up to me and congratulate me. The whole experience was memorable as well as embarrassing. What are your aspirations? It entails furthering my education, getting a job and so on. I would love to work in the agriculture arm of an international organisation like World Bank, African Development Bank, IFAD, IMF etc. I also think I will have my own farm someday. I also would like to have the movie scripts I write eventually made into films. But I just take every step day by day,focusing on one at a time. Does it mean you don’t want to work in the farm? I look forward to working in a farm that has adopted modern farming practices and operates on a large scale. What is your advice to students? I advise students to develop a connection with their course and they should not just work hard but work smart. They should know what works for them personally with respect to reading timetable, venue, etc. They should seek for advice from their senior colleagues to know specific things about their courses and be involved in group discussions. All these would help them. I also wish they would believe in their country and work hard to make it better. www.punchng.com/entertainment/campus-champion/apart-from-working-hard-i-also-worked-smart-oladesu-olusola-first-class-graduate-oau/ 33 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by onegig(m): 11:52am On Jan 03, 2015 |
Yayyy...... I knew that naughty aburo is very intelligent but this is a big suprise... ![]() Shola....Congrats bro. So happy for you! 10 awards .? Chai...Iwo nikan tan? Those asking for a pic. Here it is. And for the id. The highest bidder gets it. ![]() He is a well known Nairalander and a big time contributor. Frequents the Arts and movies section alot and has a lot of plays to his name here. I have given enough clues. You guys go figure. 24 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by helphelp: 12:27pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
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Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by Vivly(f): 12:27pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
No username = Non Nairalander. 35 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by J0nyb0y(m): 12:27pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
Congrats... the journey just began 1 Like |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by gameboy727(m): 12:27pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
Congrats man. You made your family and Nigeria proud. This should serve as a motivation to we students who aspire to be like you (or even better). 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by ceo4eva: 12:28pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
Congrats to him |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by kbshow100(m): 12:28pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
All this story without pix!!! Pic or Idontbelieveit |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by luigiajah(m): 12:28pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
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Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by OgidiOlu3(m): 12:28pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
Congrats to him! ![]() 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by mummyson26(m): 12:28pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
Where d guy pishure na 1 Like |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by Janiobi(m): 12:29pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
Oboy, see Novel... 1 Like |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by ireneony(f): 12:29pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
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Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by DancingSkeleton(m): 12:29pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by GeneralShepherd(m): 12:29pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
Congratulations |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by Vivly(f): 12:29pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
Most people given other courses instead of Medicine do well because they always have medicine at the back of their mind. 2 Likes |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by colossus2: 12:29pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
Why withholding the username ![]() 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by Nobody: 12:30pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
Congratz! Agricultural economics! I hope you will be retained by your department as a lecturer so you can give back what you have learnt over the years. 1 Like |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by Nobody: 12:30pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
That is wonderful....and glad to know you are staying away from the BANK job! 2 Likes |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by prof800(m): 12:30pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
my guy! u make us proud.. u know. I'm tempted to spill your nairaland "username" but I don't know why it has to be withheld by the OP. ![]() 1 Like |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by abtywo(m): 12:30pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
CONGRAT TO HIM |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by makhez019(m): 12:30pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
Congrat bro, wish ya d very best! |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by Nobody: 12:30pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
Username or adonblivit! ![]() 2 Likes |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by adrelanine: 12:30pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
seems everyone is a NAIRALANDER. ![]() 5 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by Just20(f): 12:30pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
Congrats |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by eminex(m): 12:31pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
congrats |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by omanifrank(m): 12:31pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
agric.... is that a course some1 needs to crack his brains........ while in my university days, my friends department in agric, every 1 was hitting 4 points and above self..... they had many 1st class.. thats why its easy to become a professor in the agric field.. |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by colossus2: 12:31pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
ireneony:And you had to quote all that cos of your frivolous comment ![]() 9 Likes |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by bonechamberlain(m): 12:31pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
good for him.... congrats |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by vizkiz: 12:32pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
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Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by baybeeboi: 12:32pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
ouch!!! This guy was so close......I had CGPA of 4.98 with 18 awards including state honour and I had a good Fúck too 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Nairalander Bags 1st Class From OAU, Wins Highest Number Of Awards. by adrelanine: 12:32pm On Jan 03, 2015 |
colossus2:the guy needs deliverance asap 1 Like |
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