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Audit Delay Stalls Renewal as NAPAS Holds First Congress of the Semester

 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 minutes was moved by Congressman Adetunji and supported by Congresswoman Tofunmi.

Business of the Day

1. State of the Association

The President reported that the renewal of the association had not been completed due to delays. Congressman Ayokanmi referred to the last audit report and recommended allowing Congressman Faruk to brief the house. Congressman Faruk stated that the committee had requested necessary documents from the erstwhile President, but none were provided until the association was dissolved. At the point of dissolution, a bank statement was handed to them, which was no longer useful because their report was already expected. The President clarified that the association cannot be renewed without a complete audit and that the current administration has no access to the association’s existing account. Congressman Toheeb asked if the past president had been contacted for a change of signatory. The President confirmed that efforts were made, but no cooperation was received. Congressman Ayokanmi suggested proceeding with the First Bank account already under development to avoid further delays. The President confirmed progress on the account and revealed that registration funds are currently kept in his personal account pending resolution. So far, 90 members have registered, with more expected as the HOD continues admission activities.

Further deliberations were made regarding the suspension of Section 62, with presenters stating that low turnout may be due to ongoing events such as the Freshers’ Symposium and debate. Congressman Segun raised concern about protocol, questioning why only the President sat at the front table and why the General Secretary or assistant general secretary is not on sit with him which the president reply it’s due to unavailability of sit.

2. Situation of the Association Library

The President reported that a lack of seating remains the major problem facing the association library. Congressman Ayokanmi suggested that the Librarian seek sponsorship from strategic individuals within the department. Congressman Segun recalled that the Librarian’s earlier budget was rejected by the Speaker, and he was instructed to return to the market to obtain new quotations. Congressman Faruk proposed fundraising to purchase chairs. Congresswoman Eniola opposed the idea, arguing that members may question the relevance of fundraising when annual dues are being paid. The President further noted that the association’s account is in deficit. Congressman Segun recommended engaging the Part Adviser and HOD to compel the former president to complete the handover process, stressing that lack of recognition at the DSA office last session must not repeat itself. The President confirmed that the HOD is already following up on the matter.

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Congressman Segun queried why other executive members were absent despite the sitting being the first congress of the session. He appreciated the members present and encouraged greater participation from the executive arm. Congressman Ayokanmi addressed unauthorized business advertisements on the NAPAS Parlour platform. The President confirmed that such an instruction had already been issued. Congressman Segun recommended that the PRO caution offenders before removing them. The President concluded that no member should use the NAPAS platform for tagging or advertising unrelated content.

Following deliberation, the house mandated that all absent executives submit a written letter of apology to the NAPAS Parlour on or before 3 PM the next day. Failure to comply attracts a fine of N500. Congressman Segun later proposed increasing the fine to N2,500, while Congressman Toheeb recommended that physical apologies be made at the next sitting. Congressman Adetunji supported the N2,500 fine and reaffirmed that leadership positions come with responsibility. The President ruled that any executive who fails to submit an apology letter and fine will have their case forwarded to the House of Parliament.

Adjournment

The motion for adjournment was moved by Congressman Segun at 3:15 PM and supported by Congressman Toheeb. The closing prayer was said by Congressman Segun.




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