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Agricultural Mechanization Will Restore the Dignity of the Black Man – VC
The Vice-Chancellor, Landmark University, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju said that the dignity of the Black man would be restored only by a major transit from use of manual farm implements to agricultural mechanization for improved productivity. The Vice-Chancellor said this during the courtesy visit of the Management of the National Centre for Agriculture Mechanization (NCAM), Ilorin to his office on Thursday 17th August, 2017. He received the officials with great enthusiasm, noting their contributions to national development through the development of home-grown farm equipment, machinery and the standardization of both the indigenously produced and imported farm machinery technologies. The Vice-Chancellor situated the role of NCAM in actualizing the vision of the University and expressed optimism that the collaboration between the University and NCAM would yield positive results.
The Ag Executive Director, NCAM, Engr. Dr. M. Y.Kasali while congratulating the Vice-Chancellor on his appointment, described him as an enthusiastic and dynamic Engineer who has distinguished himself by attaining a great height early in his profession. The Ag Executive Director expressed hope that the Vice-Chancellor’s expertise in the area of agricultural mechanization would not only revolutionize the face of agricultural teaching and practice but also catalyze agricultural production in the University.
While lauding the vision of the University as one of great global value, he also credited the visionary leading of the Chancellor to have situated the University in Kwara State which he said is in the derived guinea savannah zones of Nigeria that allows varieties of cropping. He added that NCAM has always been supportive to the University by providing need-based trainings, especially in the area of home-grown farm equipment and farm machinery, to the engineering students on Industrial Training. Engr Dr. Kasali expressed the pleasure of his Centre to support unrelentingly the University’s drive of becoming a leading world-class University by spearheading an agrarian revolution.
The NCAM officials did not leave the amazing Landmark University Campus without visiting both the University’s Commercial Farm as well as the Teaching and Research Farm where they witnessed the rich investment of the proprietor base in articulating the commitment towards actualizing the vision of the University – spearheading an agrarian revolution on the continent of Africa.
Management of Landmark University and NCAM officials in a group photograph after the meeting.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju receiving congratulatory card from the Ag Executive Director of NCAM, Engr. Dr. M.Y. Kasali.
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LANDMARK UNIVERSITY CROWNED PRIVATE UNIVERSITY OF THE YEAR VICE CHANCELLOR NAMED VICE CHANCELLOR OF THE YEAR AT THE NIGERIA ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AWARDS
Landmark University has reaffirmed its position as a leader in Nigeria’s education sector by emerging as the Private University of the Year 2024 – Academic Development at the prestigious Nigeria Academic Excellence Awards (NAEA) on 8th December 2024 red carpet event in Lagos, Nigeria. Adding to this remarkable achievement, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kolawole Ajanaku, was honoured as the Vice-Chancellor of the Year 2024 (Academic Development, Private University), underscoring his exemplary leadership in academia.
The NAEA, an annual event, is designed to celebrate and reward exceptional achievements within Nigeria’s education sector. It serves as a platform to recognize individuals and institutions that have demonstrated outstanding academic prowess, innovative leadership, and transformative impact on the nation’s educational landscape.
The organizers highlighted the core objectives of the awards: fostering a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging healthy competition, and elevating education standards across the country. The event showcased the remarkable accomplishments of students, educators, and institutions whose dedication is shaping the future of Nigeria’s education system.
Reflecting on the double recognition, Vice-Chancellor Professor Kolawole Ajanaku expressed his gratitude to the Landmark University proprietor under the Chairmanship of the Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo and the Pro-Chancellor, Pst (Mrs) Faith Oyedepo for the platform of Landmark University and their unwavering support. “This recognition is a celebration of our shared commitment to redefining education and creating transformative leaders for global impact,” he remarked. Professor Ajanaku also emphasized that these accolades underscore the university’s relentless pursuit of academic and operational excellence, as well as its focus on innovative practices and impactful research.
Landmark University’s stellar performance on the global and regional stage further cements its reputation for excellence. In the 2024 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, the institution was ranked 2nd best university in Nigeria, and 3rd in West Africa. Its research efforts earned global recognition when it secured 2nd place in the 2025 THE Interdisciplinary Science Research Rankings. Additionally, Landmark University ranked 1st in Ethical Leadership across Sub-Saharan Africa in the 2024 THE Sub-Saharan Africa University Rankings.
A key driver of Landmark University’s success lies in its alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The university’s focus on zero hunger, quality education, and industry innovation earned it a 2nd-place ranking in Nigeria in the Times Higher Education SDG Impact Rankings.
The university’s accomplishments are not limited to rankings; its graduates consistently excel in their professional endeavours. Employers have lauded their resilience, results-driven mindset, and leadership qualities, with many describing them as professionals who combine technical expertise with high standards of professionalism.
Landmark University’s recognition as the Private University of the Year 2024 and Professor Ajanaku’s award as the Vice-Chancellor of the Year 2024 reaffirm the institution’s trailblazing role in higher education. These accolades highlight the university’s transformative vision and enduring commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and leadership development.
To God be all the glory.
