We caught up with newly appointed UJCM President sometimes last month – and we got to find out a whole lot about him. From sports to Academics, to relationships to politics. You’ll enjoy this. Read.

Q: Can we meet you sir

Pastor Muyiwa: I am Olasehinde Oluwamuyiwa Ayokunle. I’m from Ondo town in Ondo state. I’m the first of 2 boys and from a monogamous home. I was born in Kano and I grew up and schooled in Kano. Then, came from Kano to OAU, Dentistry. I’m in 500L.

Q: What are the past roles/positions you have held in campus fellowships?

I am a member of the Gospel Students Fellowship. I was the General Secretary and currently the president.

Q: What was your reaction when you knew you’d be the next UJCM President?

Well… I had never been one to shy away from responsibilities. However, when I got to know I had been divinely selected, it was quite difficult to bear. There is always the burden of leadership for anyone in any leadership office, much more for a student too. However, it really did not come to me as a surprise because it was like a fulfilment of prophecies that had gone years before.

Q: You run a blog, TheDesertFlood.com. What was the inspiration behind it?

I am an ardent writer. I have been writing since I was young. I remember I tried drawing and designing a magazine for my primary school then. However, 15 years ago, I met an uncle who changed my concept about writing. For TheDesertFlood.com, I was looking for a platform that was trans-geographical. It had many names but sometime last year, I settled for TheDesertFlood. It was a time when I had a writers’ block. It meant something unusual. I rebranded the platform for writers like myself and a few other folks to express themselves. We are still a small blog compared to other Christian blogs around.

Q: What’s your take on politics in OAU?

Concerning OAU Campus Politics, I have always believed that there needs to be a rebranding in our style of politics. It does not have to be about antagonism all of the time. We should look out more for representative unionism that is managed by folks with a strong desire to serve and effectively represent the interest of the students at all levels. Jesus said whoever wants to be the chief must be the servant of all. I believe that the time has come when the SU politics should be manned by those who do not just want to make a name for themselves but who are out to serve the generality of students.

I want to specially encourage all students to be active participants in the ongoing Students Union elections. Make sure you cast your votes for candidates you know you can trust and who have a track record of righteousness and integrity because Righteousness exalts a nation (people) but sin is a reproach.

Q: Over the years, Christians have not been actively participating in Politics. Do you have anything to say about that?

The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing. We need to understand that even though we say our kingdom is not of this world, we are still in this world, and are affected by the systems and rules of this world. Christians have a responsibility to perform their civic duties by actively getting involved in politics at all levels and casting their votes at elections. We must discern the mind of God and elect His will and effect His counsel. I also want to encourage students everywhere to aspire for political offices.

Q: Do you foresee challenges before you in trying to achieve your goals for UJCM under your administration and how do you seek to overcome them? 

If God did it before, He will do it again. We won’t do things because of public opinion but because God has asked us to do it. Challenges are a part of whatever system but by God we can run through a troop and leap over a wall.

Q: We would Love you to respond to the following issues raised by some members of the OAU community which we have heard about:
– The reckless driving and maintenance of fellowship buses, because we often hear of fellowship buses involved in accidents during retreats.

It is definitely easy for us to become armchair critics without a firm understanding of the fundamental issues in any subject. Basically, I will encourage our Transport Secretaries to be more careful, pay more attention to skill, experience and maintenance of buses. Those buses do a lot for about 10-12hours daily. We must ensure only those who are trained and experienced drive these buses. We also should not take unnecessary risks. If the buses are not in a good shape to travel, an alternative should be sought for. More importantly, we should also obey traffic rules. If the traffic rules say to Use your seatbelt, then you must obey. We must ensure that anyone who wants to drive must have a driver’s license.

Q: You have a flair for football, tell us about it.

I am an Arsenal fan. I have been one for more than 10 years. I fell in love with The Invincibles and Thierry Henry. I really don’t watch matches now unless I’m home on holidays. And of course, I look forward to the restoration of the great times at Arsenal FC.

Q: Are you in a relationship sir and if no, how soon?

We know that it is not in the prerogative or jurisdiction of any man to direct his times. Our times and seasons are in God’s hands. When it is time for a relationship, it happen between God, She and I

Q: How does UJCM seek to work with other organizations on Campus?

We receive so much invitations and requests for partnerships. It is practically impossible to be involved in every single programme and requests to collaborate that comes our way, especially as we have a vision we are running with.
‘’ Does it tally with our vision?” “Is it timely?” Those are the questions we ask ourselves at every phase. What was remarkable about LEAP Conference was that we got almost all fellowships on campus involved with the conference and we sure look forward to bigger partnerships with other fellowships.

Q: There are currently 24 fellowships on campus. What are the criterias for adding more churches?

Membership is open to any Christian Student Fellowship in OAU, which believes, teaches and abides by all wholesome Bible doctrines.

Q: Word for the OAU Community at large

We sense so much a coming revival upon our land. God is bringing us into a prepared place where His name is lifted high above all other names. This is a time God is raising young men and women. It is a season of all round Soundness – in all facets of your life. Watch out for an increased move of God upon this land.

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