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LANDMARK UNIVERSITY CELEBRATES 13TH FOUNDERS DAY IN APPRECIATION OF GODS UNWAVERING FAITHFULNESS
On Thursday 21st March 2024, Landmark University celebrated its 13th Founder's Day, marking a significant milestone in its journey of academic excellence and innovation. The event, held on the university campus in Omu-Aran, Nigeria, was not only a celebration of God’s faithfulness and the achievements of the University so far but also marked the official commencement of the Omega semester of the 2023-2024 academic session for the students who resumed the campus on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th March 2024.
The occasion was graced by the Secretary to the Board of Regents (BOR), Pastor (Dr) Daniel Rotimi who delivered the goodwill and blessings of the Chancellor, Dr David Oyedepo and the Pro-Chancellor, Pastor (Mrs) Faith Oyedepo to the congregation. He thereafter led the community in a heartfelt appreciation to God for His faithfulness throughout the university's journey. Anchoring his sermon in the scripture 1 Thessalonians 5:24, Psalms 47:6-7 and 149:1-4, the BOR Secretary emphasized that Landmark University owes God thanks, acknowledging Him as the founder and funder of the institution. While highlighting various blessings by God’s hand, including validating and re-validating the university’s mandate, the university's global impact, supernatural provisions, and peace, he urged gratitude as a means to perfect blessings, silence adversaries and qualify for the next blessing.
In his address, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kolawole Ajanaku also congratulated the university community on the 13th Founder's Day, echoing the blessedness of the university to the world through the Chancellor’s obedience to the call. Also, he expressed gratitude to God for His grace and inspiration upon the Chancellor's vision for the university. While using the platform to welcome the returning students, the Vice-Chancellor encouraged them to stay focused and ready for the tasks ahead in the Omega semester, emphasizing the importance of attendance and adherence to university policies. He also urged them to uphold the royal laws and maintain a spirit of prayer and expectancy for a successful semester.
Other members of the Management, including the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor John Ojediran and the Registrar, Engr Adebayo Ajala also expressed their thanksgiving to God for His continual blessings and guidance upon the University and the proprietor base.
The celebration provided an opportunity for members of the community to testify to God's faithfulness. Representatives from the faculty, staff, alumni, and student body shared their experiences of spiritual and physical growth fostered by their association with Landmark University.
In addition to the thanksgiving service, the 13th Founder's Day was commemorated with a webinar focusing on the actualisation of the university's agrarian vision and novelty games. The games, including table tennis, scrabble, monopoly, chess, ludo, badminton, and opon ayo, brought members of the community together in a spirit of togetherness and celebration.
The BOR Secretary, Pastor (Dr) Daniel Rotimi while charging the congregation at the 13th Founder’s Day Service
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kolawole Ajanaku thanking God for His faithfulness upon the University at the 13th Founder’s Day Service
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor John Ojediran giving his goodwill at the 13th Founder’s Day Service
The Registrar, Engr Adebayo Ajala giving his goodwill at the 13th Founder’s Day Service
The Dean of Students, Dr Abimbola Oluyori while reading the announcement for the commencement of Omega Semester of 2023-2024 academic session during the 13th Founder’s Day Service
The Chaplain, Pastor Abraham John-Oze during the 13th Founder’s Day Service
The BOR Secretary, Pastor (Dr) Daniel Rotimi leading the congregation in a dance to appreciate God at the 13th Founder’s Day Service
A cross-section of faculty, staff and students dancing to the Lord in appreciation of His faithfulness during the 13th Founder’s Day Service
A cross-section of faculty, staff and students dancing to the Lord in appreciation of His faithfulness during the 13th Founder’s Day Service
A cross-section of faculty, staff and students dancing to the Lord in appreciation of His faithfulness during the 13th Founder’s Day Service
Representative of the teaching staff, Dr Timothy Adekanye testifying to God’s faithfulness during the 13th Founder’s Day Service
Representative of the non-teaching staff, Mr Olanrewaju Adeoti testifying to God’s faithfulness during the 13th Founder’s Day Service
The Alumni President, Dr Henry Nweke-Love testifying to God’s faithfulness during the 13th Founder’s Day Service
Representative of the alumni, Miss Oluwanifemi Adesola testifying to God’s faithfulness during the 13th Founder’s Day Service
Representative of the student body, King Fife Oluwafemi testifying to God’s faithfulness during the 13th Founder’s Day Service
Representative of the student body, Queen Asher testifying to God’s faithfulness during the 13th Founder’s Day Service
The BOR Secretary and the Vice-Chancellor opening the novelty games in commemoration of the 13th Founder’s Day
The Vice-Chancellor with students playing the novelty monopoly game in commemoration of the 13th Founder’s Day
The BOR Secretary watching the opon ayo novelty game among students in commemoration of the 13th Founder’s Day
The immediate past Vice-Chancellor, Professor Aremu and the Dean of the College of Business and Social Sciences, Dr Ben-Caleb Egbide engaging in a scrabble game with the students in commemoration of the 13th Founder’s Day
The BOR Sec playing badminton with staff and students in commemoration of the 13th Founder’s Day
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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.
