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  • Billioncodes Initiative uplifts OSCOTECH students with scholarship

    Billioncodes Initiative uplifts OSCOTECH students with scholarship

    A Non-Governmental Organisation, ‘Billioncodes Initiative’, in collaboration with the Student Union Government (SUG) of Osun State College of Health Technology, Ilesha, Osun State, has presented scholarship to some final-year students of the institution.

    Billioncodes, an initiative of the Assistant General Secretary of the National Association of Nigeria Students (NANS) Southwest zone D, Com. Adeyemo Josiah Kayode also launched a project within the campus.

    The beneficiaries of the scholarship were: Bamigbala Adewale from Department of Dental Surgery Technician;;Adekola Ameedat from Department of Health Information Management; Orisaleye Samuel from Department of Pharmacy Technician Department; Olagunju Motunrayo Sofiat from Department of Environmental Health Department, and Ogunmuyiwa Foluke from Department of Dental Therapy Department.

    Others were: Akindoye Samuel from Department of Medical Laboratory Technician Department; Agboluaje Naomi from Department of Community Health Extension Worker and Olayiwola Rofiyat Ayodele, from Department of Public Health department.

    Adeyemo said the programme, which drew over 500 students, featured distinguished guests, staffs of the Institution, management members, and Osun State government representatives.

    According to him, the scholarship presentation was a significant highlight of the programme, with eight final-year students receiving awards of N50,000 each. 

    He said: “The recipients, drew from various departments were said to have demonstrated exceptional academic prowess and potential. 

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    “The scholarship aims to support these students in their academic pursuits, enabling them to focus on their studies and achieve their goals.”

    The Director of the School of Environmental Studies, Sanitarian S.B. Adebayo in his keynote address titled “Environmental Sanitation: Waste Management”, emphasized importance of environmental cleanliness.

    According to him, cleaning of the environment is part of personal hygiene that all students should focus on.

    He highlighted critical role that individuals must play in maintaining a clean and healthy environment.

    The programme also featured the launch of a project aimed at promoting environmental cleanliness on campus.

    The “WASTE BIN” project seeks to encourage students to dispose of waste properly and maintain a clean environment. 

    The collaboration between BILLIONCODES TEAM and the Student Union Government of Osun State College of Health Technology marked a significant milestone in the college’s history. 

    The scholarship presentation and project launch demonstrate the commitment of these organizations to promoting academic excellence and environmental sustainability.

    The success of the programme sets a precedent for future collaborations between BILLIONCODES TEAM and the Student Union Government. 

    Potential areas for future initiatives include expanding the scholarship programme, implementing additional environmental sustainability projects, and exploring other ways to support students and promote academic excellence.

  • OSCOTECH pioneer rector Odeyemi dies at 79

    OSCOTECH pioneer rector Odeyemi dies at 79

    The pioneer Rector of Osun State College of Technology (OSCOTECH), Esa-Oke, Professor Olusuyi Odeyemi, has passed away at the age of 79.

    A renowned Microbiologist and Nigeria’s pioneer Biogas inventor, Prof. Odeyemi died peacefully in his sleep at his country home on Prof. Odeyemi Street, Ido Ijesha, Ilesa, Osun State, on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

    He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lara Odeyemi, children, and grandchildren.

    His eldest son, Dr. Tunde Odeyemi, announced that the family would soon release details of his burial arrangements.

    Born on January 19, 1946, Prof. Odeyemi was a recipient of the national honor, OFR, and a highly respected scientist both in Nigeria and internationally.

    According to his eldest son, Dr Tunde Odeyemi, “Prof Olusuyi Odeyemi, who was decorated with a national honour of OFR, was a great scientist of national and international repute.

    He was an emeritus Professor of Microbiology, the pioneer Rector of OSCOTECH, Esa-Oke, an author, an administrator par excellence, former chairman of the Governing Council of Igbajo Polytechnic, President, Ijesa Progressive Council and the Chairman of Iwude-Ijesa Planning Committee.”

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    He served in numerous capacities both in the public and private sectors of Nigeria, holding important positions some of which include Consultant to Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), Abuja; United Nations University (UNU), Tokyo; UNESCO, UNEP, FAO, Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC), Warri, Delta State.

    His immense contributions to the fields of agriculture, microbiology and environmental protection have made him a recipient of many local and international awards some of which include Most Valuable Thesis award at Cornell with a Patented Ph.D. thesis (1976); National Merit Award in Science and Technology (1990); Osun State Government Award for Excellence in Science and Technology (2005); O.A.U Great Achiever Award (2003); Officer of the Federal Republic (OFR) 1999, among others. He has over 80 research publications.

    He was the Director of ENPOST Forest Reserve, an Agroforestry/Biodiversity farm in Ilesa, Osun State, the reserve is an ecotourist site visited by hundreds of people annually.

    The late Prof. Odeyemi has also served as Head of Department of Microbiology, Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Science and Dean, Students Affairs at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife.