Like our first two series of the ZikPress Finalist of the week, today we yet again meet with another past Executive of the Hall, who has cemented his place as a force to reckon with, within the Hall as an elder, he is also regarded in some quarters as the most social individual residing in the Hall. Popularly known as DY, we take a look into how this great personality has been able to combine his vast social activities with his academics, while also shielding light to how being a Zikite has improved him. Enjoy!
Can we meet you?
My name is ADENIRAN ADEDAYO OLUWASEGUN, a 400 level student of Political Science, Faculty of the Social Sciences, and the immediate Past Social Minister Nnmadi Azikiwe Hall, University of Ibadan.
Your Educational Background?
I went to Ideal Comprehensive High School at SAJE, Abeokuta. Then, moved on to St’ Peter College at Olomoore, Abeokuta, for my junior secondary school. For my senior secondary education, I attended Great Foundation Model College.
Can you share your experience in Zik Hall so far?
Well, my experience so far in Zik Hall has been a very great one. Zik Hall has contributed a lot to my growth in social and academic life. I have enjoyed every single day of my life in Zik, I wonder how life would have been if I am not a Zikite. Right from the very first day, I entered into the Hall, I have never regretted being a Zikite.
Can you tell us briefly of your main contributions while in office as the Social Minister?
Fantastic, as the Social Minister of the Republic, I organized Four (4) common pots for Zikites, two in the first semester and two in the second semester, before the Hall week. Also, during my time as the Social Minister, I was able to improve the show of football at the JCR level. As the Social Minister, I organized several gyrations in the Hall, and in other Halls too.
I also organized the Hall week which was tagged “MAFO, ZIK HALL IS WITH YOU”
Your Best Moments in Zik Hall?
Hmmm, like I said earlier I have enjoyed every moment in Zik Hall, but the best I remember very well was the day we did an overnight rally to all the Halls in UI when I was in 100 level. It was awesome.
As arguably, the most social Zikite, how have you been able to manage your social life with academics?
We thank God, it has been the grace of God actually. The first thing I need to say is that the main reason why we are all in school is for academic purpose, so, that must not be left out. I have been able to strike a balance between the two. It’s just Grace like I said.
Whose Administration will you say is still the best so far since you’ve been a resident of the Hall?
As in (Laughs), Otuoke led Administration.
What specific things will you like these present Executives to do or improve on?
They should just try and inculcate the spirit of Zikism itself in Zikites, (Socially, Academically and Sport wise), because Azikiwe never fails, we are known to be the best. The tradition is important.
What Next After Graduation?
I want to continue with my academics, do my Master’s degree and also Ph.D. by the grace of God.
List the Rooms you’ve stayed in the Hall?
100level B44
200level B6,
300level A75b
And currently in 400level, D 13.
What is your Relationship Status?
I am single but ready to mingle.
Your Advice to Zikites?
Zikites should please inculcate the spirit of Zikism the more, academically, Socially, and so on, Oneness, Togetherness and Brotherhood.
