Industry Leaders, HR Professionals, IT Experts to Attend Prof. Osemeke's Inaugural Lecture at Glorious Vision University

 

By Emeke Precious Nwaoboli, Benin City.

Prominent professor and management expert, Professor Monday Osemeke, is set to deliver his inaugural lecture at the John Babatope Aluko multi-purpose hall, Glorious Vision University, Ogwa, Edo State. The lecture, which would also be transmitted via zoom with meeting ID: 6879332404 and passcode: GVU007 is scheduled to hold on Thursday June 15, 2023 at 1pm.

According to Professor Osemeke, the lecture titled "Strategic Human Resource Management Practices and Information Technology: Digitalisation as a Catalyst for Avoiding Bumps and Potholes in the Twenty First Century", aims to explore the role of information technology and digitalisation as drivers of strategic human resource management practices, especially in the digital era.

In an interview with our reporter, Prof. Osemeke, who has over 18 years of banking experience, said digitalisation has become critical for companies to transform and remain competitive. He added that he is confident the lecture will provide insights on how organisations can leverage technology to improve performance.

The professor traced his interest in management to his banking experience and desire to address the poor management practices that leads to banking failures.  Prof. Osemeke identified inadequate funding, outdated infrastructure, and brain-drain as major challenges confronting managers in Nigerian tertiary institutions while calling for more investments in the education sector to address these issues.

According to Prof. Osemeke, the inaugural lecture is expected to attract industry leaders, human resource professionals, information technology experts, academics and professionals from various fields who can apply the lecture to digitalise their organisations for better results.

The Benefits Of Studying In An Open University By Mary Duff

An Open University is a form of advanced education where students study at their own pace. In Nigeria for example, we have some open universities such as The National Open University of Nigeria which at present has 67study centers. ........................................................................ Gone are the days when people had to pass through 'hell' to gain admission. Open University systems have helped to submerge these problems. ........................................................................ However, it is quite disheartening to know that many individuals are unaware of the many benefits one derives in studying in this varsity. ........................................................................ Open Universities have made education easier. Infact, t it has brought education to students' door post. These universities have made admission which used to appear as a "nightmare" before students less cumbersome . In a situation whereby students will have to follow protocols before becoming a student in any conventional university which could appear very frustrating and time wasting incase of(JAMB and post UME me) is not found in the system. IN THE INSTITUTION, YOU ONLY NEED A SENIOR SCHOOL CERTIFICATE LIKE WAEC TO GAIN AN ADMISSION. ........................................................................ Also , Ono cannot be deprived of a course choice. YOU DO NOT NEED CONNECTION OR BRIBE BEFORE YOU CAN ACQUIRE ADMISSION. ........................................................................ Studying in open university give students time for other engagements . A working class person can acquire any certificate if his choice without quitting the job because the system is flexible. . ........................................................................ The course materials /textbooks for open University students are written by qualified professionals and any certificate bagged from the institution is llegitimate. ........................................................................ Mary Duff is a 200L Mass-comm student in NOUN. She writes from Benin.

Youths And The Wardrobe By Brightstar Saviour

The word "wardrobe" stands for a large cupboard where clothes are hanged. It is made of a piece of furniture or built against the wall of a room. ........................................................................... Talking about youths and the wardrobe may mean different things to different people. However, in this context,it does not connote a physical wooden, cemented or metal structure, but the type of clothes you wear as a person. ...................................................... According to the Bible in Gen 3:21, God in his tender kindness provided clothing for Adam and Eve in the garden of Eden, after their feeble attempt to cover their nakedness and shame. Today, many youngsters especially on campuses dress 'naked' in the name of fashion and to avoid being called 'old school' by some of their colleagues. This is quite a shame. It is wrong for one to dress nude just to please the friends. . ...................................................... From research and observations, youngsters who dress indecently are uncultured, easily traded by the reigning trend of fashion and characterised with gangsterism. Is indecent dressing now the sign of civilisation? . ............................................................................. REPOTA-ATLARGE had an interview with some students on their thoughts about indecent dressing, and this is what they have to say: ........................................................................... "Our Universities are now fashion runways and youths are eager to go down the lane . They cannot concentrate on their studies because they have to update with the latest trends . "I have a brother who cannot go to school until he wears chain around his neck looking like a dog. This was not how we were brought up but he has been influenced by friends". Osaretin, 300level Environmental Science, University of Benin. ............................................................................. Charles Okafor, 400level Applied Mathematics University of Benin, said: "I dress indecently did not just start among Nigerian youths. it's what they see on T.V. Besides, most parents do not help matters. They buy clothes that expose the body foru their kids'. .................................................................. Other students expressed their sorrows on how the youths dress indecently these days and told REPOTA-ATLARGE that they are personally doing their best to dress decently in order to correct the indecency. ............................................................................ DRESSING UP is ONE OF THE NECESSITIES of life WHOSE PURPOSE , FROM BOTH CULTURAL AND SPIRITUAL STANDPOINT IS TO COVER NAKEDNESS . Therefore be selective and careful with what you put on, dress the way, you want to be addressed. MODESTY AND SELF-DISCIPLINE SHOULD GUIDE YOUR WEARS. shalom! ............................................................................ BRIGHTSTAR SAVIOUR is a 100L NOUN student and one of Repota Atlarge's reporters. Contact her on Facebook via Brightstar Saviour

WELL DONE : Bishop Commends Mass -comm Exec., Repota Atlarge For a Well Covered Matriculation Ceremony

Says he is proud of them .................................................. ..................... By Emeke Nwaoboli ................................................................ A tutor and CO-ordinator of the Mass-communication department, National Open University of Nigeria(NOUN), Benin-Study Centre , Mr Richie Bishop has commended the Mass-communication Executives and Repota Atlarge for a well covered matriculation ceremony event yesterday . He said : " I want to specially commend the Mass-communication executives and mostly, Repota Atlarge, for a well covered event. Despite the limited resources, the event was still wonderful. I am proud of you all and will always support you at all times". ................................................................ The 14th Matriculation ceremony of NOUN took place yesterday, and Repota Atlarge covered a live online report from Benin-Study Centre on it's facebook page. Interviews and live news broadcast at the NOUN, Benin-Study Centre were also part of the roles played by Repota Atlarge. The Mass-communication executives on the other hand, ensured the matriculating students, their parents, Guardians, and well -wishers enjoyed the event. The event, since yesterday has been the talk of the students as it was only the Mass-communication department that had a stage with a Disc Jockey, (DJ), blaring loud music which drew the attention of the entire school. ................................................................ Some upcoming artistes like Staflow, and the rest displayed their songs. ................................................................... For the online live report, visit our facebook page @ Repota Atlarge To comment on this post, click on the headline, then scroll to the bottom of the page where you will see the comment box.

NOUN Pol Science Dept Election : Hon Lucky beats Pastor David To Win Presidential Seat

Ben, Abumasci, Abumere, Sonia, others Undefeated ........................................................... By Emeke Nwaoboli ....................................... ........................... ..... After the Political Science Students departmental election held at Sunny Group of Schools, adjacent to NOUN, Benin-Study Centre earlier today , Hon Osadiaye Esosa Lucky, has been declared the president of the Political Science Department. With 69 votes, Lucky defeated his opponent, Pastor David Urji, who had 37 votes. Meanwhile, Ejufagha Ben won the post of the Vice-president unopposed. In the same vein, Hon. Arubasci won the sit of the Secretary General unopposed with his assistant, Hon. Joseph Abumere. For the post of the Assistant Secretary General, Aisesa Sonia, 45 votes, defeated her opponent, Obosebhiki Victory who had only 29 votes just like Ebogu Felix won the post of the Director of Social welfare with 45 votes. Hilary Nehemiah, who was his rival lost with 38 votes. On the other hand, Hon. Moses was elected as the provost of the department unopposed, while Hon. Nwosu Stanley won the post of the director of socials on sports. Hon. Richard A. S was also declared winner of the director of Social Duties unopposed. Repota Atlarge's correspondents, Osazee Frank, Mary Duff, Joseph Friday, and Ovie in an interview with some of the students and winners of the various posts, gathered that the result was free and fair.

STUDENTS SPEAK : The Best Tutor in The Mass-comm Dept Is...

By Mary Duff ..................................................................... There is an adage that says, "one man's meat is another man's poison". This was typically illustrated on Repota Atlarge's facebook platform -- Students Speak. ............................................... Students Speak is a forum held every Saturday for students to express their minds and share views with others on the topic of discussion for that day. Occasionally, when it comes to airing views and opinions, minds are deeply spoken , and with this, the audience are made to understand happenings and issues around them. That apart, it also creates a room for agenda setting. Last Saturday, the question : "Who is your best tutor?" in the Mass-communication department, National Open University of Nigeria was thrown to the students. Below are their replies : ........................................... "Mr Bishop and Mr Chucks, but Mr bishop more. When he teaches,there's laughter and seriousness. He gives it all to make sure you understand. Even if it means using pidgin English. Also he knows when you are tired,so he either gives you break or end the class", Osazee Frank, 300L. ................................................. "The both of them are good. I have no choice but to love them (Mr Bishop and Mr Chucks). They know how to add spices to their lectures and that is the quality of a good teacher. Same goes to Mr Emeke Nwaoboli. I really appreciate their good works", Precious Owens, 200L. -.............................................. Wisdom Erhabor, 100L says : "Mr Nicholas is my favourite because, after taking a topic, you as a student don't need to go back to it before scoring good grades". ............................................................ Akingbemi Stephen, 200L: Mr bishop and Mr Prince, the man teaching us Gst 202, Peace and conflict resolution. I love the way they teach". ................................................................ From the students replies, it is clear that all the tutors really teach well. The best is a matter of opinion.

Alert: Management Announces Matriculation Date

News update: The 14th Matriculation Ceremony has been rescheduled for 29th August, 2015 at all Study Centers in the Country. All admitted students are to ensure that they complete the registration process, as a step towards taking part in the ceremony