Akintola Luke Accounts for Manifesto Promises, Cites Funding Constraints
The Social Minister of the Agronomy Club, University of Ibadan, Akintola Luke Oluwawemimo, has given an account of the implementation of the social activities outlined in his campaign manifesto, highlighting initiatives carried out, those affected by funding constraints and others yet to be implemented as the session draws to a close.
On his manifesto promise to ensure well-organised and inclusive social activities across 100–500 levels, Luke cited the organisation of an all-inclusive club picnic, saying it was aimed at encouraging participation across levels.
According to him, the picnic contributed to fostering "unity, inclusion and togetherness," while he also maintained that he had built good relationships with students across different levels.
However, the proposed trips, tours and excursions have not been carried out. Luke said the planned activities, including a zoo visit for freshers, were affected by financial constraints after the costs became higher than anticipated.
Luke attributed the delay to funding, adding that there was still "room to make them happen" before the end of the session.
Asked about preparations to implement the trips with the session already in its 11th week as at the time of the interview, Luke maintained that there was still time to pursue them, while noting that the upcoming AGY Week would provide additional activities.
On the Dinner Committee, Luke clarified that there would be no separate Agronomy Club dinner, as the faculty had concluded plans to hold a grand dinner. He said he had advocated for Agronomy's interests at the faculty level ahead of the event, ensuring that the Club was represented and students' interests were not overlooked.
Speaking on his collaboration with the President and other executives, Luke cited preparations for AGY Week, the organisation of the picnic and cash handouts to students.
He also pointed to student engagement as part of his activities, citing efforts to make the general group more engaging and regularly engage with freshers face to face.
On accountability, Luke said he prioritised "open communication, proper coordination and accountability" in social activities, adding that plans, expenses and decisions were to be clearly communicated while keeping students' interests central.
The Welcome and Mentorship Programme, he explained, was implemented at the beginning of the session in collaboration with the President. The programme paired 100-level students with senior student mentors to provide guidance and help them integrate into the Club.
Birthday and Achievement Shout-Outs were also implemented in collaboration with the Public Relations Officer. According to Luke, students' details were collected, personalised banners and posts were created, and the recognitions were circulated across the Club's platforms through the executives.
The proposed Agronomy Chill Friday, however, has not been implemented, with Luke again citing funding constraints.
On feedback-driven events, Luke said suggestions on the venue and theme for the picnic were obtained from the 21-member Social Committee, comprising students across different levels. He added that a poll was subsequently shared in the general group, alongside a Google Form that gave students the opportunity to vote and provide feedback on the picnic.
With only a few weeks left in the session, it remains to be seen whether the aspects of his manifesto yet to be fulfilled will be implemented before the session comes to an end.
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