Lens University Students Dazzle At Faculty Of Communication And Media Studies Talent Hunt As Kabiesi Elemona Donates N500,000

The Faculty of Communication and Media Studies, Lens University Ilemona, has organized a talent hunt to enable students to display their inborn and exceptional abilities.

The enthralling event held on July 29, 2026, at the institution's auditorium featured dance, drama, music, chants, fashion parades, and comedy.

In his opening address, the Proprietor, Dr. Azeez Yisa, FCA, applauded the students for their wonderful performances. He noted that the institution equips students academically and also scouts talents to promote self-sustainability and self-reliance.

Speaking further, the Proprietor emphasized that a talent show is part of the social adventure that allows students to discover themselves and what they can offer society. He admonished students at all levels to be innovative, productive and to identify their talents as an important factor that leads to a successful future.

According to him, "You are given the opportunity to display your talent. Identify what you can do, discover your talent, and point out what you can contribute to society. With your inborn talent, you don't have to wait for a white-collar job; develop your skills with dedication, and you will get to the promised land."

Impressed by the students' performance after watching a video clip of the cultural troupe, the Kabiesi Elemona of Ilemona, Oba Nurudeen Alowonle Yusuf, rewarded the students with a cash gift of five hundred thousand naira to appreciate their cultural rendition of the Ilemona Kingdom.

Earlier, the Dean of the Faculty of Communication and Media Studies, Alhaji Adebowale Adedeji, described the programme as an avenue for all students to showcase their God-given talent and for social engagement in the university community. 

Alhaji Adedeji added that the departments host a talent hunt show to expose the exceptional abilities of the students and prepare them for the future.

"Mass communication is one course with many professions. The creative industry is one of the most lucrative professions in mass communication, journalism, and film, which we are exploring extensively at Lens University. Today's talent show is another intriguing event that certifies our dedication and commitment to a prosperous future for our students," he said.

The Dean further commended the lecturers who coordinated and supervised the show for taking the students through the practical adventure of the creative industry. He equally lauded the students for making the department proud at the management level.

Other management staff present include Director of Strategic Planning, Alhaji Fatai Azeez; Deputy Vice Chancellor Administration, Mr. Usman Malik; Dean, School of Allied Health Sciences, Dr. Aliyu; Deputy Registrar, Lens University, Mr. Hammed Sarafa Olalekan; Director of Examinations, Mr. Adetunji Mubarak; Dean of Students' Affairs, Mrs. Bammeke Mujidat; Chief Compliance Officer, Mr. Nasif Agbolahan; Institution Librarian, Mr. Banuso Sheriff; and Head of Department of Mass Communication, Mr. Adebayo Adedimeji Lukman, among others.