THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE KB KLUB, COLLEGE OF

MEDICINE UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS

The KBinet
the diary of the KB Klub

IN THIS ISSUE

Philanthropy

KB News

KB Gallery

NUGA Games
'22: The
Olympics for
Nigerian
Universities

The newly elected Executive Council for the 2022/23 academic year

APRIL 2022 EDITION BY THE EDITORIAL BOARD OF THE KB KLUB

PHILANTHROPY

KB Klub pays a visit to Bethesda Home for the Blind

The KB Klub College of Medicine,
University of Lagos marched into
the new year 2022 with a high
philanthropic spirit. 15th of
January 2022 flagged off our
philanthropic activity for the year
as the KB Klub paid a visit to the
Bethesda home to mark the
birthday celebration of Life KBite
Akinduro.
Kbites were received at the venue
by the venue by the
caretaker/head teacher of the
home, Mrs Ohakwe, at about
10am. She briefed the Kbites on
activities of the home; how it's
being run, wellbeing of the
students(both past and present),
and every other development.
The students came out to greet
and interact with Kbites, there
were singing sessions and other
fun-filled activities which left
everyone ecstatic.
Finally, in the spirit of philanthropy
and celebration of Life Kbite
Akinduro, the Klub presented gift
items to the home and there was
a brief photo session thereafter
with the students and caretakers
of the home.
PHILANTHROPY

VALENTINE'S DAY, 2022 The pupils

A visit to Atunda-Olu School for the Physically and Mentally
could not
Challenged, Surulere contain their
On a day reserved to celebrate love, An interactive health session joy as they
the KB Klub remained steadfast in her moderated by Kbites commenced and sang loudly,
tradition of reaching out to the most the pupils were happy to engage, dancing with
vulnerable in the society. It is our core demonstrating proper tooth brushing newly
ethos of rendering service to others and hand washing technique. invented
through which we find ourselves in A cake was presented on behalf of the dance steps.
our continual goal of being the Klub and pictures were taken with the Kbites would
change we want to see in the world. variety of items purchased for the not settle for
For Philanthropy, KB KLUB will always school. less as they
remember. It was time for the fun part as a engaged with
Kbites all dressed in their Jerseys singing and dancing session drums and
departed the school premises in a moderated by the KB Protocol
choruses like
bus provided by the School to arrive radiated good vibes into the
a professional
at the designated venue. atmosphere.
band. You
could touch
We were warmly welcomed by the Kbites were happy for the warm
the happiness
Head-Teacher of the School, Mrs. reception as the School management
at this point.
Bose Oyeniran alongside other staff appreciated the kindness shown.
of the school and pupils.
 PHILANTHROPY

KB Klub honors invitation to Atunda-Olu

Interhouse Sports Event
The KB Klub College of Medicine, University of Lagos marched into the
second quarter of the year 2022 carrying the flag of philanthropy as high
as always. 31st of March, 2022 saw Kbites dressed in their trademark blue
and yellow jerseys to attend the Interhouse sporting event of the Atunda-
Olu School for the Physically and Mentally Challenged. We arrived at the
school at 10:20am and after meeting with the Headmistress who was all
smiles and pleased to see us, we proceeded to taking pictures with the
support items which we procured for the children of the school.

A dance session ensued and Kbites interacted with the children whilst
showcasing some dance moves. At 11am, actor cum politician, Honorable
Desmond Olusola Elliott of the Surulere Constituency graced the event in a
bid to pay peculiar respects to the heritage of the school. Upon
introduction, he was amazed to meet a group of young, medical students
dedicated to philanthropy and Social Empowerment. Conversations and a
photo session thereby followed and then we exchanged contacts as he
looked forward to having further discussions with The Keebite.

Following the introduction of other dignitaries, the Interhouse sport kicked

off finally with the March Past event and then the races where Kbites
functioned as games masters recording positions after each race.
Generally, this was another successful event of the KB Klub, excelling in
putting smiles on the faces of people, ensuring happiness was a gift well
shared.
 KB NEWS

Who is Life KBite Professor Akin

Osibogun ?
PROFESSOR AKINSANYA OSIBOGUN, MBBS (Lagos),
MPH (Columbia), FMCPH, FWACP, FRSPH (UK)
graduated with a degree in Medicine and Surgery from
the College of Medicine, University of Lagos in 1980 and
proceeded to the State Hospital, Ijaiye and Idi-Aba,
Abeokuta for his housemanship. He then served as a
Medical Officer for Ezza Local Government Area of the
then Anambra State for his NYSC from 1981 - 1982.
After a brief stretch as a Medical Officer in Private
Practice, he travelled out to the United States for his
postgraduate training in Public Health at Columbia
University in New York and secured his Master of Public
Health degree in 1984. He later joined the Residency
Training Programme at the Lagos University Teaching
Hospital, specializing in Public Health. His focus as a
Public Health Physician has been in Health Systems
Development and Epidemiology. He chose to complete
the examination of the West African College of
Physicians (WACP) and was awarded the fellowship in
1994.
In 1990, he was appointed as a Lecturer/Consultant at the Obafemi Awolowo College of Health Sciences of the Ogun State
University (now Olabisi Onabanjo University) where he served as the Coordinator of the Community-Based Medical Education
and Services Programme of the College of Health Sciences, this position made him a member of the University Senate as well
as a member of the College Advisory Council right from his appointment.
In 1995, he relocated to his alma mater, the College of Medicine University of Lagos, as a Senior Lecturer and was appointed
as Professor of Community Health in 2001. He has had the opportunity of serving on several of the College of Medicine’s
Statutory Committees and served as Head of Department at different times between 2001 and 2006.
He has vast experience in the management of complex health systems and has served as the Chief Medical Director of the
Lagos University Teaching Hospital from 2006 - 2014.
He has also served as temporary adviser and short-term consultant to the WHO Headquarters Division of Strengthening Health
Systems in Geneva on various dates between 1993 & 2003. The gained practical experience is applied in his teaching of
courses in Health Planning/Management, Health Policy and Health Care Financing.
At the National Postgraduate Medical College, among other services to the college, he has served as Associate Editor for
NPMJ, Faculty Secretary (Public Health), Third Senate Member, Member of the Docimology Committee, Chairman NPMCN 2nd
National Scientific Conference 2006 and Faculty Chair of Public Health and member of NPMCN Governing Board on various
dates.
He has had the opportunity of serving as an External Examiner at various medical schools in Nigeria. He has also served on
PhD Thesis Defence/Evaluation Panels at the Universities of Ibadan, Amsterdam (The Netherlands) and Sydney (Australia).
Over the years he has conducted research in areas of health systems development and epidemiology with over 120
publications. He has also supervised over 70 postgraduate theses to date.
He is a member of several professional bodies and NGOs including, the Nigerian Medical Association, Association of Public
Health Physicians of Nigeria, Royal Society for Public Health (UK), American Public Health Association, New York Academy of
Science, International Society for Infectious Diseases, Nigerian Heart Foundation and the NCD Alliance Nigeria.
He has travelled extensively within Nigeria, Africa, Europe, Asia and North America. He is happily married with children.
 KB NEWS

On the 4th of March, 2022, Life KBite Professor Akinsanya O. Osibogun was inaugurated as the 22nd
College President of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria in which the KB KLUB was
Invited as honorary guests.
KBites honored the event as usual in their dashing suits and matching ties in the presence of other
dignitaries such as Engr. Gbenga Dairo, the honorable commissioner for transport, Ogun State, His
Royal Majesty, Oba Momodu Ashafa, the Onijanikin of Ijanikin, Dr. Tayo Lawal, Special adviser to the
Governor on health, Ogun State Ministry of Health, among several others.
The investiture ceremony commenced upon the marching of fellows of the college into the hall in
their ceremonial gowns.
After the event, KBites served as chaperones to the various dignitaries present, through which they
mingled, engaged in conversation and exchanged contacts with them.
 KB GALLERY

Kbites engaging in a Workshop on

Proposal Writing
In a bid to build our soft skills, the Chairman of the Committee on Academic Activities, KB Viceroy,
Kbite Akinwande Foluso organized a Proposal Writing workshop to equip Kbites with the very
necessary skill needed in communicating with top executives and companies., This workshop was
facilitated by our very own former KB Viceroy, Life Kbite Oju Omamogho
 KB GALLERY

Kbites at a Courtesy Visit to Life Kbite

F.K Ajayi
Kbites paid a visit to the face of our most recent edition of the MediPhil
magazine, a true embodiment of the words VITA NOVA, our dear Life Kbite
Dr. F.K Ajayi. This visit aimed at intimating him with the progress of the
design and printing of the magazine.
 KB GALLERY

Bonding Night
On the 24th of March, the Chairman of COSA, KB Protocol, Kbite Folly ensured
Kbites were hosted to a bonding night which took place at Papiee's Meatro,
Yaba. It was fun filled and nothing short of good vibes all night long. LifeKbite
Ekpe-Iko was in attendance and it was a memorable night conversing and
sharing memories and experiences with one another.
 NUGA GAMES: The Olympics for
Nigerian Universities
Wednesday, 16th of March 2022. The stage was set and the floor
open. The Nigeria University Games Association (NUGA)’s sporting
activities were set to begin. The seven-time winner, University of
Port Harcourt was present and hoped to increase the number of
trophies and medals in their cabinet but the University of Lagos
was ready to steal this year’s trophy from them.
Seventy-three universities ranging from the federal, state and
private universities came together for the 26th edition of the
NUGA games. Each school gunning for the title but there can only
be one champion.
The formal opening ceremony for the NUGA games was scheduled
for Saturday, 19th March, 2022 at the UNILAG sports complex to
kick start the competitions. The opening ceremony is slated to go
down as one of the greatest in the competition since its inception.
The presence of many great personalities which include Femi
Gbajabiamila, Speaker House of Representatives, Sunday Dare,
the honorable Minister of Sports, Segun Agbaja, CEO, Guaranty
Trust Holding Co Plc, Senator Lanre Tejuosho, pro-Chancellor,
UNILAG made the ceremony greater. A major highlight of the
occasion was the lighting of the NUGA Flames by Honourable
Femi Gbajabiamila who was flanked by eminent personalities at
the occasion.
The highlight of Sunday, 20th March was the match between
University of Lagos and Olabisi Onabanjo University. Amidst the Kbite Salau Opeyemi a.k.a Clanzee,
fact that other games were in play, the seats for the football representing the UNILAG football team
match were filled
 After a goalless first half, there was great tension and
anxiety among the fans but the students of UNILAG
had growing confidence in their team. The air was
soon filled with chants and songs in UNILAG’s support.
The deadlock was broken by CMUL’s very own
Opeyemi Salau a.k.a Clanzee, a proud Kbite with the
goal that sealed the victory for UNILAG.
The competition was heated with as the games
continued. UNIPORT had taken the lead on the medal
table with UNILAG not far behind. Although some
positions shifted, certain schools seemed to be fixed
among the top ten positions on the table. UNIPORT,
UNILAG and Nile University held their place at first,
second and third respectively throughout the
competition.
With the tough competition, love was still in the air.
This was evident as romance was not left out with the
marriage proposal on the volleyball court.
As the competition was drawing to a close, it was
evident who the winner would be. The University of
Port Harcourt had secured their position as victors of
the 26th edition of NUGA games after claiming over
120 medals.

The closing ceremony was one of equal grandeur. The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lagos, Oluwatoyin
Ogundipe, led dignitaries from such as the former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission
(INEC), chairman of NUGA, Stephen Hamafyelto and Pro-chancellor of the University of Jos, Attahiru Jeff and others,
to the closing ceremony.
The awards were presented the the winners of the competition. Students of University of Port Harcourt came up
jubilating and held the trophy with delight chanting their mantra, “Shoe Get Size: Uniport Get Quality”.
Different artistes were present to at the closing ceremony to add life as the students came together to celebrate the
ending of such a great event.

The champions of the 2022 NUGA Games, UNIPORT, lifting their trophy
This newsletter was prepared by members of the
Editorial Board of the KB Klub

Members
1. Madehin Mustapha
2. Salami Akorede
3. Femi-Adeniyi Oladapo
4. Odekunle Alim
5. Ibanga Abasi-Ono
6. Olomiyete Ayobami
7. Onyegbula Covenant