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Crescent University Abeokuta, presents certificates to first set of graduates of college of broadcasting, theatre studies

The authorities of Crescent University, Abeokuta on Thursday presented certificates to the first set of graduates of its College of Broadcasting and Theartre Studies after completion of the courses from the institution.

Penpushing reports that the ceremony was held at the CBT centre located within the university permanent site located along Abeokuta-Ayetoro Road, and had in attendance management staff, which also include lecturers who taught the students.

The Proprietor of the university Prince Mahruf Adesegun Ajibola led the management of the university to the event, where he personally alongside Vice Chancellor of the university, Prof Ibrahim Gbajabiamila presented the certificates to the graduates

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Penpushing further reports that the university management added glamour to the occasion with presentation of gifts to some notable graduates which include Dr Dimeji Kayode-Adedeji (Founder Penpushing Media), Bolaji Amusan (known as Mr Latin in the thearte industry) and Ebun Olaiya (popularly called Igwe in the theartre world)

The Vice Chancellor of the University in his welcome speech said the presentation of the certificates was a milestone to mark the culmination of their academic journey and the beginning of their professional careers in the fields of broadcasting and theatre arts.

Penpushing also reports that Gbajabiamila commended the graduates for their passion and commitment inspite of their tight schedule in their various field of works, yet still took time to return to school to earn additional academic knowledge

The Vice Chancellor pointed out that the graduates have undergone rigorous training and demonstrated exceptional skills and dedication to their craft, adding that they have been equipped with the knowledge, skills, and expertise necessary to excel in their chosen fields and make meaningful contributions to the industry.

Penpushing reports that the Proprietor of the university in his own remarks expressed joy that he was part of the presentation of the certificates to the graduates, pointing out that number of them are household names in the broadcasting /journalism and theartre world

The Proprietor, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) added that for being a graduate it is an added values for the university, as well as added value to the graduates who are now certificated, which will further add respect and honour for them in their fields of operations

‘The presentation of certificates is a testament to the university’s commitment to providing quality education and training to its students. Crescent University, Abeokuta, is renowned for its academic excellence and its ability to produce graduates who are industry-ready and capable of making a positive impact in their respective fields’, Ajibola said.

‘We congratulate the graduates on their achievements and wish them all the best as they embark on their professional journeys. We are confident that they will make a significant impact in the broadcasting and theatre arts industries and become leaders in their fields’, he added.

Penpushing further reports that Ajibola stated that the graduates having secured their certificates, they are qualified as ambassadors of the university and encouraged them to positively keep the flag of the university flying globally.

The Founder of Penpushing Media, Dimeji Kayode-Adedeji, who is also a graduate of the broadcasting college in response on behalf of his colleagues expressed appreciation to the university for providing the platform to enhance their academic knowledge, just as he pointed out the pathfinder role played by the Freelance Broadcasters Association of Nigeria (FIBAN) towards take off of the courses

Penpushing also reports that, the veteran media practitioner of over three decades practice disclosed that the lecturers who took them during the course treated them as humabeing, and commended the maturity of the graduates while in school.

‘I finished journalism course from Nigerian Institute of Journalism (NIJ) 37 years ago, and I have been a print journalist throughout my practice, but when I established Penpushing Media, I introduced live coverage of events into our stable of operations’

‘However, I realized that live coverage of events is a pure broadcasting affairs, and to know nitty gritty of broadcasting, I decided to return to the university to study broadcasting, and here we are today. I must confess publicly that the academic pursuit is now adding value to our operations. I can tell you that it was the knowledge acquired which now open door for us to start our own online television’. Kayode-Adedeji emphaised

Penpushing reports that  the journalist assured the university that he and his colleagues will make positive advantage of the knowledge acquired, and certificates to further better their career, stressing that they would equally positively propagate the university and remained reliable ambassadors of the institution.

The National President of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners of Nigeria (TAMPAN), Bolaji Amusan, who is also a graduate from the Thearter Department of the university, while speaking on behalf of other graduates said it was honour for all of them to have passed through the renowned university.

Penpushing further reports that Amusan commended the leadership of the university, affirming that the university is known to be reckon with globally in view of academic performances, stressing that the graduates of the university are well respected where ever they are.

The comedians’ boss, however, assured the authorities of the university that as graduates of the ivory tower, they would all go about to parade themselves as responsible ambassadors of the university and would not disappoint the management

Penpushing also reports that the Head of Department of Mass Communication, Dr Kola Adesina in his brief remarks congratulated the graduates, and commended them for their dedications towards acquiring certificates to further boost their chosen career.

Penpushing reports that Adesina expressed satisfaction on the maturity displayed by them throughout the period of the courses, adding that he was not surprise, in view of the facts that majority of them have been on the job for decades and decided to add academic excellence to their professions.

The Head of Department, who is also a renowned veteran journalist wished them all the best, assuring that the university door remains open for them if they still desire to move forward in academic pursuit even to the Phd level

Meanwhile, other top shot of the university management who came to grace the occasion include Pastor Fatai Akinbola (Registrar Broadcasting College), Dr Ayo Odetoyinbo, Dr Sade Adebimpe, Dr Folarin Jamiu (lecturers in the university) and Idris Katib (Public Relations Officer) among others

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