There is need for secondary school students to leverage technology to achieve success in the West Africa Secondary School Certificate Examination, WASSCE, a seasoned management, marketing, and education-sector professional, Mr. Gbenga Ogunleye, has advised.

Ogunleye who is the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Toga Royal Nigeria Limited, made the call on Wednesday at the seminar organised by LABASCO Old Students Association for students of the Lagos Baptist Senior Secondary School, Orile Agege, Lagos.

The event which had the president of 1984 set of LABASCO Old Students Association, Mr. Benjamin Akindele Ojo, as coordinator was the second in a series and designed to prepare Senior Secondary School 3 students for WASSCE.

Ogunleye who was the Guest Speaker, spoke on the topic, “Using Technology the Right Way to Pass WASSCE.”

He stressed that success in the final year examination would belong to students who combined hard work with intelligent use of technology.

He posited that although almost all the students in secondary schools had access to smart phones, they had not been using technology wisely as they concentrated more on social media contents not helpful to their success in examinations.

He said rather than access past questions and other education materials, they deployed the smart phones to other things, thus causing distraction.

Urging them to use it to practise past questions daily, understand difficult concepts and identify learning weaknesses early, he warned that technology amplified discipline, but did not replace it.

His words: “Today, examination success is no longer determined only by classroom teaching or hours spent reading. Around the world, outcomes are increasingly shaped by access to digital learning tools, intelligent revision systems, and technology-supported teaching methods.

“The central question is no longer whether students should use technology. The real question is: are we using technology strategically enough to improve learning outcomes?”

The guest speaker called on the students to combine hard work with intelligent use of technology as represented by their smart phones to achieve success in their examinations.

Ogunleye also spoke on the need for governments, parents and communities to provide the necessary support for the success of the students.

“If government provides infrastructure, educators provide mentorship, parents provide discipline, and communities provide support, then examination excellence will become predictable — not accidental.

“Let us commit today to building not just smart classrooms, but smart learners prepared for examinations, innovation, and leadership,” he declared.

The event which was well attended by parents, staff and old students was chaired by the Chairman, Orile Agege Local Council Development Area, LCDA, Mr. Akinola Abiodun Idowu.

The LCDA boss, at the occasion, announced plans by his administration to build a Computer Based Test Centre in Lagos Baptist Senior Secondary School, Orile Agege, Lagos, within the next one year.

According to him, the facility will be of 250 systems minimum capacity and will be supplied with internet.

The organisers enjoyed the support of the Principal of the school, Mrs. Modupe Shofela, teachers and non-teaching staff of the school.

The seminar with the theme, “Empowering Minds for a Transformed Future: The Legacy of Learning and Leadership,” featured presentation of papers by different resource persons who are old students of the school.

The first speaker, Muhammad Quieyaz Adebayo, spoke on the topic, “Beyond WAEC: Character That Secures Your Future”; the second resource person, Mr. Yinka Sonuga spoke on “Integrity in Examination: Choosing the Right Path”; the third resource person, Mrs. Funsho Fakorede, spoke on “The Influence of Parents and Guardians on WAEC Success” while the fourth resource person, Mr. Ademola Abiodun, spoke on “Peer Review, Not Peer Distraction: The Smart Path to WAEC Success”.

The Master of Ceremony was an old student and renowned medical practitioner, Dr Aina Olufemi Odusola, while renowned journalist, Publisher of FrontPage, a leading online newspaper, Mr. Sakibu Olokojobi, gave the vote of thanks at the occasion.

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The government made the call just as it commended the old students association of Lagos Baptist Secondary Schoool, LABASCO, for its consistent support of the alma mater.

The latest in a series of interventions by the alumni in Lagos Baptist Senior Secondary School, LBSS, is a special seminar for Senior Secondary School 3, SSS3, students, the teachers and parents.

The well-attended seminar was held on Thursday at the school premises to sensitise students, teachers and parents ahead of the coming West African Secondary School Certificate Examination, WASSCE, and other related ones.

The state government was represented by the Tutor-General/Permanent Secretary, Education District 1, Prince Adebowale Adeoye Bashir.

Speaking at the occasion on behalf of the Tutor General, the Director and Head of Unit Examinations, Mr. Sanni Olakunle Taiwo, expressed gratitude over the unrelenting support the school had enjoyed from the old students.

He said it was indeed remarkable that the old students were conscious of the fact that the government alone could not provide everything required for maximum functioning of schools.

While giving assurance of the commitment of the state government to continue to improve the level of education in all ways, its priority, the Tutor General urged the old students not to rest on their oars.

The principal of the school, Mrs. Modupe Shofela, who was highly excited expressed gratitude to the old students, declaring that the school was very fortunate to have them.

According to her, the commitment of the old students to give back to their alma mater was exemplary.

Mr. Akindele, Benjamin Ojo of the 1984 set, who chaired the seminar organising committee, disclosed that the essence of the event was to challenge the students, parents and teachers ahead of the coming examination.

His words: “We were dismayed when our alma mater was red-lagged by WAEC due to examination malpractices.  It was a low moment for us as ex-students, and we promised to get involved and return the school to its glorious past.”

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Akindele added: “We expect our students to respond with discipline, hard work and excellence.  We urge you to make us proud by passing your exams with flying colours, displaying dignity and respect, and upholding the values that our institution represents.”

The seminar featured six resource persons who are old students of the school and had made their mark in different fields.

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The first session was handled by a prominent medical doctor, Dr. Aina Odusola, with the topic: “Overcoming Examination Anxiety and Pressure, and Academic Integtrity and its Importance.

The second session was by a renowned educationist, Mrs. Funsho Bolawole.

The topic of her session is: “The Role of Teachers in Academic Excellence: Teacher-Students Relationships and Mentorship.”

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The third session was by a school proprietress, Mrs. Folake Joseph.

She spoke on “Recognising and Addressing Signs of Academic Struggle and Fostering a Mindset in Your Child.”

The fourth session was handled by the MD/EiC of FrontPage (frontpageng.com), Mr. Sakibu Olokojobi.

He spoke on “Building Resilience and Perseverance.”

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Mr. Alaka Abayomi handled the fifth session with the title, “Goal Setting and Time Management.”

The sixth session was by Apostle (Dr.) Bolaji Akinyemi, with the topic, “Civic Responsibility and Community Engagement and the Role of Technology in Education.”

The students, teachers and parents at the occasion expressed gratitude for the timely intervention which they considered very useful for all.

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Olokojobi made the assertion while sharing media entrepreneurship experience with, and making a presentation on how to achieve success in media entrepreneurship to the Master of Communication Studies, MCS, students of the Lagos State University, LASU, on Saturday, September 24.

He said with a good knowledge in the area of specialisation, the media entrepreneur would be well equipped to run the affairs of his business well and most likely succeed, especially if he embraced other complementary qualities.

Olokojobi said among other things, the media entrepreneur should be passionate about his job, be hardworking and ready to make sacrifices in order to make his business thrive.

He emphasised the need for good managerial skill, creativity in the area of attracting patronage and need to be abreast of developments in the industry.

He stressed the need for good networking, saying that could determine the net-worth of a media entrepreneur.

Olokojobi said the need for self-development could not be overemphasized.

“A media entrepreneur determined to succeed must continue to develop himself by attending workshops, seminars, trainings and events among others relevant to his business,” he said.

The media entrepreneur also spoke on the increase in media entrepreneurship in recent times, saying growth in technology had made it less cumbersome to set up media outfits.

He posited that unlike in the past when only money bags could set up media outfits, the requirement in terms of structure and system of operation had become less cumbersome.

His words: “Setting up an online newspaper today, is apparently not as demanding as it was with establishing the conventional newspapers, for example.”

In his conclusion, Olokojobi gave a general advice: “Be in absolute control of your business. Remain focused. Be unrelenting. Be hardworking. Be ready to make sacrifices. Know that you are in business and not running a charity organisation. Manage your resources well. Don’t give in to sentiments that may run you out of business. Remember that those who run your company aground will move on to others when you are out of business. They, unfortunately, will be the first to blame you for not being a good entrepreneur. Be wise. Be smart. Start your exit the day you join a paid employment by acquiring the practical experiences that will enable you succeed as an entrepreneur in future.”

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This, according to him, is because the Holy Quran is a total guide on how to live a good life and secure Aljanah at the end of one’s existence.

The Islamic scholar made the declaration on Saturday as a guest lecturer at the Quranic Recitation Graduation of Nasirullah Quranic and Islamic Study Centre, Ajumoni Community Estate, Ijoko-Lemode, Ogun State.

The graduands are Aishat Olokojobi and Khairat Olokojobi.

Muallim Akintunde stressed that following its importance, it was imperative for every muslim to choose the Holy Quran as a companion.

According to him, with the holy book, every muslim is availed of all good virtues.

He said to follow the dictates of the holy book was to be guaranteed of abundant blessings.

“To be well guided by the Holy Quran is to have rest of mind.  Anyone who has good knowledge of the contents of the holy book has no need to run to anyone for help during a trying period. This is because he has what it takes to seek the help of the Almighty Allah, and be answered, even without delay,” he said.

Listing some of the benefits of the Holy Quran, the scholar said anyone with its knowledge was blessed with brilliance, rest of mind and happiness.

Addressing the graduands, the cleric urged them to forever make good use of the Holy Book.

“Read the Quran regularly and let it be your guide.  It is a compass; it is a guide; it is a map.  Don’t lose it, use it appropriately.  Don’t be swayed by the craze of the world. Be humble and be respectful,” he advised.

Muallim Akintunde urged all muslims to give Islamic education to their children in addition to western education.

According to him, Islamic education is bound to make a good product of the children because it puts them in the path of Allah.

Present at the occasion among other dignitaries were Mr. Sulaimon Adenrele (President of AMJ, Ijoko) who represented Alhaji (Engr) Ibrahim Ahmad as the chairman of the occasion; the chairman of Ajumoni Community Estate, Mr. Samson Amudipe; Mr. D. A Soyinka, Alhaji Olaosebikan; Mr. Misbaudeen Aberejo (Saim-ala Majlis-Ansarullah, Ijoko Muqam) and Mr. Abiodun Murtala.

The proprietress of Nasirullah Qurani and Islamic Study Centre is Mrs. Simiat Soyinka while the Ustaadh is Mr. Hassan Taiwo.

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