Archives for the Month: February 2019
2nd National Business Administration Conference
Theme: Management Strategies for Accelerating and sustaining growth in the challenging Nigerian economy
Date: Wednesday 8th to Friday 10th May ,2019.
Venue: Law lecture theatre, Benson Idahosa University.
Chief Host: Prof. Sam Guobadia, Acting Vice Chancellor, Benson Idahosa University.
Guest of honour: Prof. T.O Ekanem, Dean FSMS.
Host: Prof. J.O Ohorenoya, Head of Department (Business Administration).
The Rector of Benson Idahosa School of Basic and Applied Studies, Dr. Mark Ighile has said that knowledge acquisition without industrial application would do the educational sector and Nigeria no good.
He disclosed this during the 5th matriculation ceremony of the institution. According to him, the Innovation Enterprise Institutions to which Benson Idahosa School of Basic and Applied Studies (BISBAS) belong were put in place by the Federal government to fill a major gap in the education and technology industries.
He added that BISBAS came on board to boost innovation, creativity, hands-on application and thereby advance the technological advancement of Nigeria. Dr. Ighile noted that the institution is at the cutting edge of a major breakthrough as it is one of the most outstanding enterprise institutions in Nigeria today.
While congratulating the students for being among the few lucky ones who have been offered admission into the school, he said the Institution has as its major flagship, the software and technological equipment that will translate innovative strides into complete reality.
Dr. Ighile added that the essence of matriculation is to create a platform for those newly admitted into the school to officially become bonafide students. The event was attended by principal officers of the institution.
“A matriculation ceremony of this nature is the official endorsement of the admission process in a particular admission year. With this exercise of today you have all become bonafide students of our institution.”
Speaking on the theme “This is your time to shine” the Rector who started by alluding to Ecclesiastics 3; 1 “To everything, there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the Heaven ” told the students that they have what it takes to succeed, to excel, and what it takes to get to the top.
“This is your time to shine; this is your time to demonstrate that you all came from good homes. This is a time for you to create a niche for yourself; this is your time to make use of the best facilities in the school to bosom; this is your time to develop a particular skill under our esteemed modular certification programme, this is your time to distinguish yourself in a particular discipline of choice and become a sought after.”
He admonished the matriculating students to strategize in order to take advantage of opportunities in their chosen career.
While you are building a career path with the National Innovation Diploma in Innovative Agriculture, Banking Operations, Film and Television Production, Paralegal Studies, Computer Software Engineering, Professional Development Early Childhood Care Management, please understand you are preparing yourself for a formal pursuit in the University setting.
Giving a brief about the institution, the Rector who doubles as the Director of Academic Planning at Benson Idahosa University, a sister institution said that BISBAS is an institution that flags the values of academic excellence with Godliness and abhors negative acts.
He said: “I celebrate you for making Benson Idahosa School of Basic and Applied Studies your choice of institution for academic, technical and vocational studies but you must be law abiding. We have zero tolerance for cultism, drug related offences, exam malpractice and other forms of misconduct and because you share your institution with the University arm of the Benson Idahosa Foundation, you are expected to abide by the terms of engagement.”
He appreciated the parents for believing in the institution by sending their wards to the school and assured them that with God on its side the school would surely justify the confidence reposed in us.
Administering the matriculation oath on the students in the presence of the school’s principal officers, the Registrar of the Institution, Mr. Enoma Aruevbose advised the students not to go against the letters of the oath.
The Chancellor, Archbishop Margaret Idahosa has commended staff members of Benson Idahosa University for their commitment, hard work and dedication towards attaining the mandates of the University.
She made the commendation when she paid an official visit to the Campus, to interact with staff members and kick-start the New Year with prayers.
Speaking during the interactive session, she commended Staff members for remaining steadfast in the dispatch of their duties. She further expressed satisfaction on the leadership of Professor Sam Guobadia.
Dr. Margaret Idahosa, who praised the Management for the giant developmental strides recorded, described the cooperation of Principal Officers as unique and commended staff members for their unflinching loyalty and unswerving allegiance.
“I want to express my gratitude to the President, Vice Chancellor, Deans, Directors and Heads of Departments for all that you have being doing. I want to let you know that God is happy; I know God is happy because I am happy. Thank you for not paralyzing your post,” she said.
The Archbishop assured the Vice-Chancellor of her continuous support at all times in order to make the University a world-class citadel of learning where students would be equipped with innovative skills; thus contributing to the production of high-level leadership and quality manpower for the nation and the world.
She urged staff members to make sure the word of God remains the driving force of the University, as the institution is laid on the foundation of Christ that cannot be broken.
Furthermore, she thanked staff members for not encouraging cultism in the institution, reiterating that Archbishop Benson Idahosa placed a standing curse on whosoever introduces cultism into the University.
She said: “Before Archbishop Benson Idahosa left, he went round all the universities in Nigeria, with one message; Cultism is dangerous. I have come to thank you all for saying no to cultism, not forgetting that the Archbishop placed a standing curse on offenders, which is madness without cure.”
The Vice Chancellor of Benson Idahosa University, Prof. Sam Guobadia who appreciated the Chancellor for being a great leader, thanked her for coming and promised that his administration will take the University to enviable heights.
Special prayers were offered for the University to kick-start the new semester.
The Acting Vice Chancellor of Benson Idahosa University, Prof. Sam Guobadia has said that preparation in prayer and knowledge acquisition are key to productive manifestation and excellent ministration. He made this known while delivering the maiden Convocation Lecture of the All Nations for Christ Bible Institute International (ANFCBII).
While delivering the lecture titled “Theology with Good Academic Flavour Enhances Ministerial Excellence,” he said that at the core of ministerial glorification and exaltation is great education. He added that one needs to acquire requisite skills to be able to affect the lives of people around them in secular and non-secular settings.
According to Prof. Guobadia, Daniel’s significance and understanding got exploded when he engaged himself academically.
He said: “Beyond the episcopal call to ministry and the zeal to do God’s work is the place of excellence. The end result of distinction which brings about ultimate fulfillment in life and ministry. Two Scriptures readily come to mind in this context. In Daniel 6:3, the Bible says that Then this Daniel was preferred above the presidents and princes, because an excellent spirit was in him and the King thought to set him over the whole realm. We got the secret of Daniel’s ministerial excellence later in Daniel 9:2 when he wrote that: … I Daniel understood by books”
The University don urged the graduands to have a personal vision for their lives.
“Your personal vision is how you commit to living your life; a life of meaning for yourself and others. What I like to call the optimization of life. It involves the integration of your abilities, goals, interests, and values. It also provides a guide for the decisions you make, allows you to think long term and balance out your lifestyle. While your vision is an end, your mission is the means to that end,” he said.
He mentioned that Benson Idahosa University has started plans to work out collaboration between ANFCBII and the University – similar to what obtains between the Emmanuel College of Theology and the University of Ibadan; the Redeemer University and their Bible College & Redeem School of Mission programmes.
He added that Benson Idahosa University can now satisfy the NUC requirements of 25 years existence and 15 years established relationship.
Prof. Guobadia commended the pioneering efforts of Archbishop Benson Andrew Idahosa for setting up the ministerial institution of monumental impact. He also saluted Archbishop Margaret Benson Idahosa for expanding the vision with improved programmes and magnificent structures. He further commended the past and current leadership, management, faculty and indeed the students for keeping the fire alive.
The Vice Chancellor of Benson Idahosa University, Prof. Sam Guobadia has enjoined the newly admitted students of the institution to desist from all forms of misconduct and embrace the virtues of Godliness and excellence, to excel in their academic pursuit.
Speaking at the Matriculation ceremony, the Vice Chancellor urged the new students to be law abiding and shun any form disobedience towards their lecturers and their fellow students.
His words: I charge you all to make the most of the opportunity afforded you by your parents/ guardians, ensure that you attend classes, shun all forms of deviant behaviours and other vices, and focus on why you are here. At Benson Idahosa University, we have zero tolerance for any form of misconduct, and we do not hesitate to sanction them.
Prof. Guobadia also admonished the matriculating students to be security-conscious and be wary of the friends they keep.
“I wish to assure you of adequate security on both of our campuses. We, however, plead with you not to hesitate to report any suspicious activities to the Dean of Student Affairs, Security Officers or indeed any staff of the University for immediate response.
He explained that the institution has lived up to expectation since it was established, adding that discipline and academic excellence with Godliness has been their watchwords.
Furthermore, he said the University will continue to focus on its core purpose which is to Change Nigeria. This, he said, would be achieved by instilling the vision and mission of the institution in its students.
The VC commended the new students and their parents for choosing Benson Idahosa University as the university to pursue their chosen courses and promised them that the university would give them the best.
