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LANDMARK UNIVERSITY CREATES AWARENESS FOR WATER CONSERVATION SANITATION AND SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES TO COMMEMORATE WORLD WATER DAY 2024
alignment with the theme of World Water Day 2024, "Water for Peace," Landmark University, under the aegis of its Centre for Research, Innovation, and Discoveries, in collaboration with the SDG6 Research Group (Clean Water and Sanitation), organized a secondary school outreach event on March 27th, 2024. The event, held at Ogbo Grammar School in Omu-Aran, aimed to educate students about the importance of water conservation, sanitation, and sustainable management practices, aligning with Sustainable Development Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation. This initiative underscored the University's ongoing commitment to addressing global challenges and promoting sustainable development.
During the introduction of the SDG6 team to the students, Dr. Adetola Oladipo provided insights into the Sustainable Development Goals and the mission of the group. She emphasized the critical role of water in achieving peace and highlighted the significance of World Water Day 2024's theme.
Following the introduction was the presentation of Engr. Dr. Olugbenga Elemile which focused on water quality and health. In his presentation, he emphasized the human body's dependence on water for various physiological functions and discussed the importance of clean water for drinking, cooking, bathing, and sanitation. Engr. Dr. Elemile elaborated on the physical, chemical, and biological aspects of water quality, highlighting factors influencing it and strategies for safeguarding it. He also raised awareness about the importance of personal hygiene, particularly emphasizing handwashing, and advocated for community involvement in promoting good hygiene practices and water conservation. He then underscored the importance of understanding factors affecting water quality, adopting preventive measures, and fostering community engagement to ensure public health and secure access to clean water for future generations.
The presentation was followed by an interactive session where students engaged with the team and received water bottles as rewards for correct responses. As part of the commemoration, Landmark University's team donated sanitation materials and packs of Landmark-branded bottled water to Ogbo Grammar School, Omu-Aran, reinforcing their commitment to promoting water conservation, sanitation, and sustainable management practices.
A cross-section of the Ogbo Grammar School students during the 2024 World Water Day event
Dr Adetola Oladipo speaking to the students and their teachers during the event
Engr. Dr. Olugbenga Elemile speaking on the importance of water during the event
Presentation of waste management bin to the Ogbo Grammar School community by the Landmark University SDG 6 Team.
Students eager to answer questions to claim gifts from the group
Students answering questions during the World Water Day 2024
Prize presentations to deserving students during the World Water Day 2024
SDG 6 Team with the management and teachers of Ogbo Grammar School
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NIGERIAN RED CROSS SEEKS COLLABORATION WITH LANDMARK UNIVERSITY
In a bid to expand its humanitarian reach and foster greater community engagement, the Nigerian Red Cross Society, Irepodun Local Government Chapter has expressed interest in establishing a collaboration with Landmark University on Wednesday 10th April 2024. The proposed partnership aims to establish a Red Cross detachment on the university campus, offering students, faculty, and staff an avenue to participate actively in humanitarian efforts.
Mr. James Ibiwoye, Chair of the Nigerian Red Cross in Irepodun Local Government, presented the organization's intentions during a meeting with the University management. He highlighted the existing involvement of university faculty and staff as members and officials of the Red Cross, emphasizing the need for a dedicated detachment on campus to further integrate the university community into the society's initiatives. Members of the Landmark University community in the society were Dr Bamidele Fakinle (Head of the Department of Chemical Engineering) the Secretary of the Society, and Dr Marion Adebiyi (Head of the Department of Computer Science) a member.
In response, the Vice-Chancellor of Landmark University expressed appreciation for the consideration of the university in the Red Cross's expansion plans. Drawing parallels between the vision and values of both organizations, particularly in the areas of volunteering and leadership, he underscored the significance of sacrifice as a core value shared by the university and the Red Cross.
Corroborating the Vice-Chancellor were the positive remarks by other members of the university's management present at the meeting, who voiced their support for the acceptance and operation of the Red Cross on the Landmark University campus. The proposed collaboration holds the promise of enhancing the university's commitment to community service and humanitarianism, providing valuable opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to contribute meaningfully to societal welfare.
As discussions progress between Landmark University and the Nigerian Red Cross Society, both parties are poised to embark on a partnership that exemplifies the spirit of collaboration and shared values. Together, they aim to create a platform for fostering a culture of service and selflessness within the university community, ultimately making a positive impact on the broader society.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kolawole Ajanaku welcoming the Nigerian Red Cross Team to Landmark University
The Chair, Nigerian Red Cross Irepodun Local Government, Mr. James Ibiwoye speaking about the organisation to the Landmark Univuersity Management team.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ajanaku presenting the University’s souvenir to the Red Cross Chair, Mr James Ibiwoye
The University management and the Red Cross team in a group photograph.
