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FAMAKIN Mubarak Olarewaju, popularly known as “Dopeman,” has been inaugurated as the President of the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Students’ Union Government (SUG), alongside other newly elected executive members of the union.
The inauguration marks the beginning of a new administration in the university’s Students’ Union Government, with the new leadership outlining its commitment to effective representation, student welfare and constructive engagement with relevant stakeholders.
In his inaugural address, Olarewaju expressed appreciation to the entire LAUTECH student body for the confidence reposed in him and other elected officers of the Students’ Union Government.
He described the mandate as a responsibility to serve, stressing that the positions entrusted to the newly elected executives should not be viewed merely as honours or offices, but as a call to deliver meaningful service to the student community.
At the heart of the administration’s agenda is the STARS framework, which represents Security, Transportation, Academic Welfarism and Environment, Research and Innovation, and Sports.
According to the new SUG President, these priorities will guide the administration’s policies, engagements, decisions and approach to projects throughout its tenure.
He stated that the administration’s vision would be driven
purpose, insight and a strong commitment to service, adding that the leadership would pursue its mandate with courage and a sense of responsibility to the students who entrusted it with leadership.
Olarewaju further announced plans to engage constructively with the University Management, relevant authorities, stakeholders, student leaders and the wider LAUTECH community.
He said such engagements would be aimed at ensuring that issues affecting students receive the necessary attention and that the interests of Ladokites remain adequately represented.
On security and discipline within the university community, the SUG President said the administration would maintain a clear position against anti-social vices.
He added that the union would collaborate with appropriate authorities and stakeholders to promote a safe, peaceful and conducive environment for teaching and learning.
The administration also plans to establish a dedicated channel through which students can report issues, share ideas and make constructive contributions to the affairs of the Students’ Union.
Olarewaju emphasised that students’ concerns, ideas, constructive criticism and contributions would remain important to the administration as it seeks to build a stronger and more responsive Students’ Union.
He called on all Ladokites to work with the new administration in achieving its objectives and strengthening the Students’ Union.
The inauguration and unveiling of the STARS agenda mark the formal commencement of the administration’s tenure, with expectations now placed on the new executives to translate their stated priorities into tangible outcomes for the LAUTECH student community.
The administration has adopted “Together, let’s make LAUTECH DOPE!” as its rallying call.
FAMAKIN MUBARAK OLAREWAJU (DOPEMAN)
President, LAUTECH Students’ Union Government
