Adebule, Rasuluh, Lafiaji-Okunneye Award Scholarships to LASU Students at LASUMA 2024 AGM and Awards Ceremony

Prominent leaders, distinguished alumni, and students gathered on Sunday, December 8, 2024, for the Lagos State University Muslim Alumni (LASUMA) Annual General Meeting and Awards Ceremony in Ikeja. The event, a celebration of unity and excellence, was marked by scholarship awards, thought-provoking lectures, and recognition of outstanding contributions to education and society.

In a remarkable gesture of support, Senator Idiat Oluranti Adebule, representing Lagos West senatorial district, and Hon. Rasulu Idowu, Executive Chairman of Ojo Local Government, sponsored scholarships for students of Lagos State University (LASU). The awards aim to promote academic excellence and alleviate financial challenges faced by deserving students.

The keynote address was delivered by the Vice Chancellor of Lagos State University of Education, who emphasized sustainable solutions to Nigeria's socio-economic and leadership challenges. Guest lecturers Prof. Jameelah Yakub, Head of Economics Department at LASU, and Ustaz Muslihu Afisi, a leadership expert and scholar, also shared insightful perspectives on addressing institutional issues affecting the nation.

The ceremony celebrated excellence with awards presented to distinguished alumni and notable leaders for their exceptional contributions to LASUMA and beyond. Honorees included Senator Idiat Adebule, Prof. Bilkis Lafiaji-Okunneye, Distinguished Prof. Amidu Sanni (immediate past Vice Chancellor of Fountain University, Oshogbo), Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, mni (current Vice Chancellor of LASU, Ojo), and several other luminaries.

Attendees enjoyed a vibrant atmosphere, complete with a variety of delicacies, professional counseling sessions, and fun activities designed for all age groups. The event fostered stronger community ties among LASUMA members from various generations, reflecting a shared commitment to advancing education and leadership in Nigeria.

The LASUMA 2024 AGM and Awards Ceremony not only celebrated past achievements but also reinforced the values of unity, excellence, and service to the community, leaving attendees inspired to contribute further to the development of LASU and the nation.