Tunde Oseni In Town With ‘My London Poems’

Tunde Oseni, who also writes for TalkAfrique,  launched his new book “My London Poems’ a couple of weeks ago. I join all readers of TalkAfrique to congratulate Tunde and wish him success on the project.
Please enjoy the report and photos sent in by Ms. Akhagba.
By Omoye Akhagba, Nigeria.

It was a season of ovation when Tunde Oseni, a Phd Student came to the country to launch his book titled My London Poems With My Nigerian Story.

The anthology contains twenty-two poems that talk  about different spheres of life including ‘Obama’. He decribes Obama as a phenomenon of faith and hope to do things that seem impossible.

The event was not only about the public presentation of the book but also  presentation of awards to notable Nigerians  who have made remarkable impact in the lives of the people.

The awardees were Hon. Abike Dabiri -Erewa, Member, Federal House of Representatives, who is also the  Chairman, House Committee on Diaspora Affairs. She is being recognized for the numerous  scholarships awarded  to many youths in her community and sponsorship of several Bills in the House one of which is  the Freedom  Of Information Bill.

The second awardee was  Mr. Ayodeji Babatunde Iginla, Rector of the Lagos State Polytechnic, Ikorodu who was represented by the Director of Students’ Affairs, Mr. Isaac Omolumo. The Rector is recognized  for his remarkable transformation in the institution with the latest ICT facilities to improve academic learning.

The third awardee was Mr. Aletile Oluwaseyitan Lawrence a.k.a SeyiLaw, a stand up comedian who has been involved in humanity projects such as the Live Green and War Against Rape campaigns.

The event was graced by friends, associates and families of the scholar as he told his early childhood story and the struggle to keep faith alive.

Tunde Oseni studied political Science from the prestigious  university of Ibadan, where he bagged a first class honours. He then proceeded to study for a  Master of  Science in  African Studies at the University of Oxford on scholarship. Tunde is currently a Phd Scholar and Teaching  Assistant  at the University of Exeter in United Kingdom.

Tunde Oseni, presenting the Youth Focus Role Model Award 2011 (Leadership) to Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, member, Nigeria Federal House of Representatives, and chairman, House committee on Diaspora Affairs. Hon. Dabiri-Erewa has given several scholarships to many youths , inspired several young leaders in her community, constituency and country, and has remained a source of inspiration to her and next generations
Tunde Oseni, presenting the Youth Focus Role Model Award 2011 (Education) to Mr Ayodeji Babatunde Iginla, Rector, Lagos State Polytechnic, Ikorodu (represented by the Director of Student Affairs, Mr Isaac Omolumo): the Laspotech has undergone unprecedented growth, especially in the area of ICT under Mr Iginla, earning him the sobriquet: The e-Rector
Tunde Oseni, presenting the Youth Focus Role Model Award 2011 (Entertainment) to Mr Aletile Oluwaseyitan Lawrence a.k.a Seyi Law, a popular stand-up comedian, who has been involved in 'Live Green' and 'War Against Rape' campaigns.
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3 comments

  1. Great piece and a wonderful book presentation. You really inspired all in attendance esp the youths towards intellectual development. You are a blessing to your generation TUNDE. keep up the good work. best regards to YOUTH FOCUS INITIATIVE.

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