By: Àkà nnà Olúwaségún
The Faculty of Science Literary and Debating Society (L&D), University of Ibadan, has made a dramatic reversal regarding the controversy surrounding its vice president, Oluwabukunmi Amoo, and the JawWar 2024 setback.
In a newly issued statement dated November 30, 2024, and signed by the society's president, Bayo Salaudeen, the earlier allegations against Amoo have been retracted, alongside a formal apology. The president admitted that his initial reaction was "rash" and expressed regret for publicly blaming Amoo for the faculty's loss during the preliminary stage of the JawWar competition.
Salaudeen acknowledged his failure to take full responsibility as the leader and emphasized that the matter should have been handled internally within the society. He also apologized to Amoo for tarnishing her image through the initial statement, expressing regret over the way the situation was managed.
The updated release highlighted three key points:
1. Salaudeen fully accepted responsibility for the faculty’s loss and confirmed that the issues had been resolved.
2. A formal apology was extended to Amoo, the L&D alumni, the faculty’s leadership, and all stakeholders affected by the situation.
3. Amoo retains her position as vice president of the society and remains a valued member.
This development comes just a day after the initial public release accused Amoo of betraying the faculty by prioritizing her hall, Queen Idia, over the society in the JawWar competition.
