The Public Voice

By : Public voice news agency This week’s Personality of the Week shines the spotlight on a freshman whose courage, curiosity, and determination are already making waves within the department. Meet Junaid Habeebat Kehinde, a Part One student of the Department of Public Administration, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife. Jovial by nature and sincere in her dealings with people, Junaid represents the kind of freshness and enthusiasm that defines the true spirit of a new beginning. Interestingly, Junaid revealed that she had little knowledge of public administration before gaining admission into the university. However, since resumption, her perception has changed significantly. She describes the course as interesting and engaging, noting that she has grown to genuinely enjoy studying it.  Before coming into the university, Junaid already had an interest in debating and public speaking. That interest, combined with her passion, curiosity, and love for challenging herself, pushed her...

By Omenihu Victoria The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert in the world, stretching across 11 countries in North Africa, including Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Niger, Sudan, and Tunisia. Covering roughly 9.2 million square kilometers, it is almost as big as the United States. Its landscape is a breathtaking mix of golden sand dunes, rocky plateaus, gravel plains, and dry riverbeds, giving the desert a unique and sometimes otherworldly appearance. The climate is extreme: daytime temperatures often rise above 50°C (122°F), while nights can be bitterly cold, sometimes dropping below freezing.   Despite the harsh environment, the Sahara has supported human life for thousands of years. Nomadic communities such as the Tuareg and Berbers have traversed the desert for generations, traveling with camels and relying on their knowledge of the land. These communities move between oases and seasonal grazing areas, trading goods and maintaining cultural traditions tha...

  By : Olamilekan Oluwatofunmi The department president, a leader whose path demonstrates tenacity, impact, and consistent development, is this week's Personality of the Week. He has continued to be a formidable force among his peers, having previously held the position of Vice President of the department. In addition to being a leader, he has served as a mentor to many, gaining respect for both his influence and his position. He is well-known in the department for his dedication and consistency, making him a leader to watch. Now, let us take a closer look into the leadership and character of this gentleman.                                                                             Akeeb Sefiu Adedeji (NAPAS President)          Akeeb Sefiu Adedeji is a Part Four studen...

 by Adams-Charles Gift & Fawole Folawe The 3rd Parliamentary Sitting was held on January 16, 2026, at the Admin Extension. The meeting was scheduled to begin at 12:00 PM but eventually commenced at 1:22 PM, raising concerns among members. At about 1:00 PM, Napasite Adebayo raised a question regarding the delay. In response, the Speaker explained that many members of the Executive Council were not yet present. Napasite Segun also expressed his dissatisfaction with the situation. Shortly afterward, the Speaker instructed members to move to Napasite Parlour for a brief discussion, attributing the delay to the unavailability of the venue. As of 1:18 PM, the President, Deputy Speaker, and Clerk were still not present. The sitting officially began at 1:22 PM. The speaker apologized for the delay, citing venue challenges as the reason. The opening prayer was led by the General Secretary, Shukroh, followed by the school anthem. A roll call was taken, listing members from the Gallerians...

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar and the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, have charged Nigerians to pray for leaders of government and traditional rulers in charge of the affairs of the people in different communities in the country. The two traditional rulers spoke in Ile-Ife, Osun State on Saturday at the unveiling of the Ojaja University, Ile-Ife campus. Ooni speaking at Ojaja University sod turning event in Ile Ife, Osun State The event which was part of activities for the 10th coronation anniversary of Oba Adeyeye, had in attendance traditional rulers from Osun, Ogun, Kogi, Ondo and Lagos State. The Sultan, who performed the symbolic turning-of-sod at the event, commended Ooni’s vision, describing the university as a legacy project deserving of the support of all people of goodwill. “Leaving a legacy is the best you can do in your life. So, I am not envious of my brother, the Ooni, but am grateful to Almighty that during our time we have people like him, who are reall...

  On December 3rd, the first congress sitting of the semester was conducted at the Administration Extension. The Congress officially commenced at exactly 2:20 PM and was presided over by the President. The opening prayer was taken by Congresswoman Tofunmi, followed by the recitation of the school anthem. The President called for the temporary suspension of Section 62 of the Constitution. The motion to suspend the section was moved by Congressman Toheeb and supported by Congressman Adetunji. Congressman Ayokanmi inquired about the absence of the General Secretary after being sworn in. The President explained that the General Secretary had informed him unofficially that she would not be available. The adoption of the agenda was then moved by Congressman Faruk and supported by Congressman Ayokanmi. The minutes from the previous congress had been shared earlier on the departmental WhatsApp platform for members to review. With no corrections raised, the motion to adopt the previous min...

The second parliamentary sitting of the semester was held yesterday, 27th November 2025, at the Administration Extension, The sitting was scheduled to begin at 2:00pm, but by 2:26pm, the Speaker had not yet addressed the House. The Speaker, Rt. Hon. Adegbuyi Ayokanmi, eventually apologized at 2:32pm for the delayed commencement. The opening prayer was led by Napasite Joel Salako, followed by the school anthem. Roll call followed, starting with the Gallerians and moving down to the Honourables. The Clerk of the House read the minutes of the last sitting. A correction was raised by Napasite Segun, who asked the Speaker who compiled the minutes. The Clerk confirmed that she had done so. He noted that the keynote presentation jointly delivered by himself and Napasite Joel was omitted. He emphasized that moving forward, proper minutes should be written instead of “half minutes.” The Speaker apologized on her behalf. The motion for the adoption of the previous minutes was moved by Napasite S...

The Public Voice News Agency held its 2024/2025 induction ceremony yesterday, 21 st November, the ceremony opened with a prayer, followed by the school anthem, setting a calm and official tone for the afternoon. The Editor-in-Chief, Olamilekan Oluwatofunmi, welcomed the newly admitted members and congratulated them for successfully passing through the agency’s screening stages, which included both examinations and interviews. She explained that the agency serves as a training ground where members learn to ask the right questions, document events across campus, and develop the discipline required for responsible journalism. According to her, Public Voice provides a space for young reporters to understand the value of curiosity and accuracy while learning how to tell the stories unfolding around them. The guest speaker, Mr. Oguntade Adedoyin, Chairman of the Guild of Editors, ACJOAU, followed with an impactful session, drawing directly from the event’s theme on writing with purpose. He ...

The Department of Public Administration , Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife , on  November 11, 2025 , organized a memorable Retirement and Send-Forth Ceremony in honor of  Professor Matthew Olu Okotoni , a distinguished scholar, administrator, and mentor whose career has profoundly shaped the department and the university at large. The event, held at the Faculty of Administration Extension Building, brought together colleagues, students, friends, and dignitaries from across academic institutions to celebrate his remarkable journey in scholarship, service, and leadership and to pay tribute to a man widely regarded as the  Father of Public Administration  at Obafemi Awolowo University. Professor Matthew Olu Okotoni joined the Department of Public Administration in November 1991 and rose to the rank of Professor in October 2009. Over the years, he has served in various leadership capacities, including Acting Head, Department of Public Administration ...