Assembly
PENCIL AUGUST ASSEMBLY MINUTES
Proposed start time: 10:00 AM
Start Time: 10:15 AM
Moderator: Engr. Toyese Oyegoke
Opening Prayer: Mr. Jesse Nkwiri
Attendance
As at the time of introduction by the moderator, the following members were in the meeting;
Engr. Toyese Oyegoke
Dr. Folake Ayandumola
Mr. Lanngi Ornguga
Engr. John Olotu
Engr. Yahweh Hassan
Mr. Jesse Nkwiri
Meeting Agenda
Review of last meeting's important issues
Welcoming returning members and comments from old members on the commitment of renewal from returning members.
Green Science: The returning members have been on top-notch engagement.
Good Governance: Returning members have demonstrated a significant level of commitment. Returning members have been punctual.
Health and Education: The punctuality of returning members were commented upon. Their contributions in forum meetings were acknowledged. It is business as usual as members are fully integrated.
Coordinator: there was a general acknowledgment from the coordinator that all forums are doing considerably fine.
The coordinator also made remarks on some specific areas and the need for members to take PT engagement as a collective responsibility to ensure the growth and smooth running of the organization. These areas include;
Time management
Topic selection
Moderators' role and need for all members to support and be proactive
Dr. Folake responded to the coordinator's remark by charging members on the need to be up and doing in keeping with assigned responsibilities.
Mr. Mantu
After due interaction and expression of opinions and thoughts on Mr. Mantu’s case, the PT house decided to take disciplinary actions as a result of the boycott of all forum and PT activities despite efforts made to reach him. The house also settled to use the previously used disciplinary template on defaulting members until the PT constitution is completed and adopted for use.
PT Constitution Drafting
The coordinator gave an overview of the progress and contributions made so far on the constitution draft. He explained various sections of the constitution and what is expected to be filled in by members. He also charged members to endeavor to make necessary contributions to various aspects and areas of the constitution. Member’s contribution will be acknowledged at the end of the constitution draft.
Forum Reports
The various forums gave their monthly report as follows;
Green Science:
Week 1:Engr. Qaseem was absent and hence the presentation did not hold.
Week 2: Effects of pollution on water [Engr. John Olotu]
Week 3: Methane hydrate as an alternative fuel source [Mr. Yahweh]
Week 4: was centered on updates on the August PT Assembly by the coordinator. Most members made their topics available.
No tangible progress in research. However, two research papers were underway in collaboration on Biogas and biodiesel.
Good governance:
The forum recorded a 100% attendance rate.
Week 1: Need for a truly independent Judiciary system in Nigeria.
Week 2: Advance research methodology
Week 3: Are the judicial and religious systems separated?
Week 4: the meeting was without a presentation. Members however had a discussion before closing the meeting.
No research project at the moment. Plans are underway, however.
Health and Education:
The forum welcomed two new members.
Week 1: Exercise and wellness as a drug
Week 2: A discussion on the negative effect of the low jamb cut-off mark for universities in Nigeria.
Week 3: Significance of time management in research work.
Week 4: Engineering and medicine [Impact]
There is no research work at hand. The team is in a very good spirit.
Forum Evaluation
A general poll was taken to evaluate all forums in the aspects of planning, attendance, forum talk, research output, and awareness tour. The following were the outcome of the poll.
PLANNING
FORUM
SCORE
Green Science
71.4%
Health and Education
42.9%
Good Governance & Local Tech.
57.1%
ATTENDANCE
FORUM
SCORE
Green Science
71.4%
Health and Education
57.1%
Good Governance & Local Tech.
42.9%
FORUM TALK
FORUM
SCORE
Green Science
71.4%
Health and Education
42.9%
Good Governance & Local Tech.
71.4%
RESEARCH OUTPUT
FORUM
SCORE
Green Science
49.2%
Health and Education
28.6%
Good Governance & Local Tech.
28.6%
AWARENESS TOUR
FORUM
SCORE
Green Science
42.9%
Health and Education
28.6%
Good Governance & Local Tech.
42.9%
AOB
Assignment of utility roles to Jesse and Qaseem to oversee the monitoring of the PT website and report and suggestions for improvement where necessary.
Adjournment: Engr. John Olotu
Seconder: Engr. Musa Qaseem
Closing prayer: Engr. Musa Qaseem
Close of meeting: 12:30
General Attendance
Engr. Toyese Oyegoke
Dr. Folake Ayandumola
Mr. Lanngi Ornguga
Engr. John Olotu
Engr. Yahweh Hassan
Mr. Jesse Nkwiri
Engr. Ibrahim Kazeem
Prepared by Mr. Jesse Nkwiri