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UNILAG’s Psychology Dept Holds Conference on Child Rearing

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6 years ago

September 12, 2018

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By Eric Elezuo

Towards the development of a morally stable society, a value-driven community and a priority focused individual, the Department of Psychology, University of Lagos, in conjunction with the Nigerian Association of Developmental Psychologist (NADP), a division of the Nigerian Psychological Association has stated that the brunt of children rearing duties has to be done by parents and guardians of children and wards.

This and many more were disclosed at a 2-day programme of the groups between September 10 and 11, 2018 held at the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Lagos, with the theme ‘Child Rearing Practices, Child Development and Fostering of a National Identity in Nigeria’.

Head, Psychology Department, Mrs Esther Akinsola (m), Prof. Risikat Dauda (r)

In her speech, the Head of Psychology Department, Mrs. Esther Akinsola, who doubles as the President of NADP, said the conference was geared towards highlighting the problem associated with child raising and culture socialization of individuals in the society. She noted that most parents have abandoned the real roles of child rearing and resolved to abandonment through excessive petting or extreme discipline, saying that none of them is the appropriate way to raise a child.

While making his opening remarks, the Dean of the Faculty of Social Science, University of Lagos, Prof. Iyiola Oni, who was represented by Prof. Risikat Dauda stated that the programme was a worthy one and would assuredly create and proffer lasting solutions to the problems that came with child rearing and fostering in Nigeria. He lauded the efforts of Mrs Akinsola in putting together the programme.

Keynote speaker, Prof Olowo, receiving a gift

To spice the event, the group of the department demonstrated a show that portrayed the authoritative and authoritarian parents in child rearing.

Explaining the message of the drama, a 300 level student of the department, who participated in the presentation, Miss Deborah Oluwunmi, said that parents are being admonished to understand the psychological disposition of the child towards a particular discipline and encourage them instead of bullying them to face a particular direction they are not comfortable with.

In the same vein, Dr. E. F Akinsola, Head of Department and National Coordinator (N. A. D. P) of Psychology who gave the welcome address for the conference elucidated that she hoped that at the end of the conference, participants would have garnered enough knowledge from the speakers on ground that would make them better psychologists, parents and citizens.

The keynote address was delivered by Prof. Sola Olowu, who took time to dissect the intricacies involved in bringing up a child.

After a lunch break, the house reconvened to the sensational lecture delivered by Prof. Regina Eya, followed by questions and answers which further buttresses the act of child rearing and development.

The presentation of a scientific session brought the events of the first day to a satisfactory close.

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Adedapo Amoo Gives Dad Befitting Burial in Ogbomosho

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6 days ago

December 16, 2024

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By Eric Elezuo

It was a period of solemn reflection and thanksgiving as the Director, Department of State Services (DSS), Lagos State Command, Mr. Adedapo Amoo, dedicated three whole days to bid his beloved father, Pa John Adewole Amoo JP, farewell to the great beyond.

The events, which gathered friends, family members, colleagues, associates and members of various communities, was a testament to the life the octogenarian lived in his 87 years of existence on earth.

The obsequies kickstarted with a Commendation Service at the Ebenezer Baptist Church, Eleyele, Ile-Ife, where members of the public eulogised the life and times of the patriarch of the Amoo dynasty, labeling him a moralist and disciplinary of no mean fit.

The day after, the ceremonies moved to the residence of the deceased at Castle of Mercy, Arinkinkin, along Oyo-Ibadan Road, Ogbomoso, where a Wake Service was held in his honour amid rendition of hymns, reading of distinct chapters of the Bible and exhortation as presented by the presiding minister.

A well attended funeral service was observed on the third day at the Stadium Baptist Church, John A. Amoo Street, right behind Stadium Complex in Ogbomosho.

With a solemn presentation of the enviable life of the deceased via the reading of his biography by his son, Adedapo Amoo, the Service delved into Bible readings, songs and sermon. One of the highlights of the Service was the prayers said for the repose of the soul of the dead, and for the fortitude to bear the loss for members of his family.

After the service, members of the family, selected members of the leity and officiating members proceeded with the remains to its final resting place within the premises of his residence. After a very short encouraging exhortation, the remains were committed to mother-earth amid solemn hymns and silent sobs.

The final part of the ceremony, which was the reception, was held at the Viva Continental Event Centre, Irese Apa Road, also in Ogbomosho, where guests were treated to sumptuous delicacies, good music and choice beverages.

Pa Amoo was born in 1937, and answered the call to glory in 2024. He is survived by his son, Adedapo Amoo and a host of others.

May his soul rest in peace!

Photos: Tunde Bolarinwa

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The Splendid Diamond Jubilee Celebration of Barr. Daniel Aramide

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5 months ago

July 28, 2024

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By Eric Elezuo

The ancient city of Abeokuta was agog when celebrated lawyer and businessman, Barrister Daniel Aramide, pulled all stops to give himself a well deserved diamond jubilee bash.

The event, which took place in his palatial residence at Boldan House, Kemta Housing Estate, Zone II, Idi Aba, Abeokuta, Ogun State, was a beehive of activities as friends, colleagues, family members and well wishers came in their numbers to grace the spectacular event.

It was a moment of joy and visible emotion as the birthday boy beamed smiles after smiles and grinned from ear to ear in absolute ecstacy amid cheers from guests even as he danced away to the sonorous voice of music maestro, Yinka Ayefele, and tunes from the wheels of DJ Secxy, who rocked the house with a combination of oldies and present sounds.

The event, planned by Que-Brand Events, also made available plenty to eat and drink as Topsy Catering, Jimmysgrillz, Pop House Cocktails, Slot Films, Amala Iya Oyo, Sansan Pots Catering and Annidre’s Food were all on hand to serve both local and continent dishes as well as assorted beverages.

Among dignitaries in attendance were the Olowu of Owu Kingdom, Abeokuta, HRM (Prof.) Saka Adelola Matemilola, Otileta VII; the Olowu of Owu Kuta, HRM, Oba Hameed Adekunle Makama Oyelude; Mrs. Funmi Kehinde, Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Omolola Odutola and friends from the United Kingdom.

A seasoned lawyer, Aramide graduated with LLB honors from the University of East Anglia in Norwich, England, and later attended the Nigerian Law School. He was called to the Bar in 1989, and afterwards, returned to England to start his law career, working in several organizations to gain valuable experience.

Barrister Aramide is also a qualified Notary Public, having completed two years of studies at University College London. His firm is based in Dagenham, East London.

He is married to Alhaja Aminat Bolupe Aramide and they are blessed with three children: Bola, Emmanuel and Olamide.

Photos: Segun Lawal

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Sights and Sounds from Bimbo Oloyede’s ‘Command Your Stage’ Book Presentation

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7 months ago

June 9, 2024

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Photos by Koya Adegbite

Veteran broadcaster, Mrs Bimbo Oloyede, on Thursday, hosted a public presentation of her new book, Command Your Stage, at the Metropolitan Place, in Victoria Island.