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FACULTY WOMEN ADVANCE INAUGURATED IN LANDMARK UNIVERSITY
It was a gathering of Women in the academia at the Institution’s International Conference Center on Friday 9th November, 2108, as the Faculty Women Advance (FWA) Landmark University’s chapter was inaugurated.
Faculty Women Advance Fellowship is a group of academic women, with a mission to connect women with their vision and cultivate dynamic leadership quality, as well as to also harness and maximize opportunity for women to explore and exert their influence. FWA was an initiative of the immediate past Vice-Chancellor of Landmark University Professor Aize Obayan when she was the second substantive Vice-Chancellor of Covenant University ten years ago.
Gracing the epoch making event, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju in his remarks expressed delight to be part of the historic event unfolding which he believes would be impactful and result oriented. Noting the importance of women in the society, the Vice-Chancellor added that the inauguration is dream come true for Women Faculty who have aspired to be part of the testimonies of the group in Covenant University, seeing their inclusion as another opportunity for service to humanity.
Professor Olayanju who admonished the women to always encourage themselves to make exploits cited some great women in the bible such as Jochebed, Sarah, Esther, Martha and Mary as those who have impacted the world and are to be emulated. He also noted the pedigree, steadfastness and the love of God the Matron of the advance, Pastor Mrs. Faith Oyedepo exhibits as values worth imitating. Professor Olayanju therefore congratulates the Coordinator of Women Faculty Advance, Professor Aize Obayan for her commendable contributions culminating in the inauguration of Landmark University’s chapter of the fellowship.
The Deputy Coordinator FWA Covenant University’s chapter, Dr. Mrs. Tayo George and her Secretary, Mrs. Aderonke Asaolu were on ground for the inauguration exercise. In her presentation, Dr. Mrs Tayo George who shared the vision, mission and the objectives of the fellowship, made it known that some of the activities of the group include, research journal publication for women members, seminars and conferences, welfare packages to women in and outside the campus, secondary school girls, orphanages amongst others. She urged the FWA, LMU Chapter to support the newly constituted executive members while promising their backing and mentoring.
In her acceptance speech, the FWA, LMU Chapter’s Deputy Coordinator, Dr. Olawale Olamide expressed the Chapter’s readiness to be committed to the vision and mission of the fellowship as she solicits other members support to work as a formidable force. She thank God for the privilege to serve in the capacity as the deputy coordinator as she promise to deliver the mandate of the fellowship in her two year tenure through the grace of God.
A-ten woman executive team was inaugurated by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju and was assisted by the Registrar, Dr. Azubuike Ezenwoke, the deputy coordinator FWA CU Chapter, Dr. Mrs. Tayo George and her Secretary, Mrs. Aderonke Asaolu. Those inaugurated are Dr. Olawale Olamide as the Deputy Coordinator, Mrs. Adegun Adenike, General Secretary, Dr. Ake Modupe, Financial Secretary, Dr. Igbolekwu Chisaa, PRO, Dr. Inyinbor Adejumoke Seminar Officer, Mrs. Akanmode Olushola, Welfare Officer, Dr. Alabi Olayinka CAS Representative, Dr. Oyetade Oluwa Toyese CBS Representative, Dr. Nnaji Chioma, COE Representative and Mrs. Adelani-Akande Tabitha, CPAS Representative.
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju while addressing the Faculty Women Advance Fellowship
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The Deputy Coordinator, Dr. Mrs. Tayo George during her presentation at the inaugural ceremony
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The FWA CU Chapters Secretary Mrs. Aderonke Asaolu sharing some of the activities of FWA.
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju, flagged by the two Deputy Cordinators of FWA, Dr. Mrs Tayo George (CU) and Dr Olawake Olamide (LMU),
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LANDMARK UNIVERSITYS LIFE APPLICABLE EDUCATION SYSTEM RECOGNIZED AS MAX AFRICA LAUNCHES INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME
Landmark University's distinctive approach to education, centred on life-applicable and life-transforming learning, received validation this week when representatives from MAX Africa visited the institution to seek collaboration for their second internship program. The visit underscored the high regard organizations have for Landmark’s graduates, known for their competence and productivity in the workplace.
During the meeting, MAX Africa's Chief Technology Officer, Mr Olusegun Leigh, unveiled the company’s new internship initiative designed to empower young innovators and leaders in Africa’s mobility sector. Leigh expressed admiration for Landmark University’s alumni, who, he noted, have consistently demonstrated exceptional dedication, resilience, and leadership within MAX Africa. He introduced Mr Kefas El-Olam, a graduate of Landmark University who is the Senior Product Manager, MAX. "Our first point of call for this new phase is Landmark University, primarily because of the exceptional value delivered by Landmark graduates who joined us in the first phase of the internship programme. Their resilience, ability to drive results, and leadership qualities have made a lasting impression," Leigh said, emphasizing how these qualities align with MAX Africa’s mission to address broader industry challenges by cultivating skilled professionals across the continent.
Adding to this, MAX Africa’s Digital Strategist, Mr Adewunmi Oshilaja, highlighted the soft skills and professionalism of Landmark’s graduates. “Beyond technical expertise, Landmark graduates have displayed strong leadership qualities and high standards of professionalism,” he stated. "The core of our strategy is to build well-rounded leaders. As much as we want our interns to gain hands-on experience, we are also committed to equipping them with skills in business communication, team management, and workplace etiquette.”
The upcoming three-month internship program was further detailed by MAX Africa's Human Resource Manager, Mrs Bosede Otaigbe, who described it as a transformative opportunity for participants. She noted that interns would receive intensive training in both technical and interpersonal skills vital for industry success. “Interns will be assigned responsibilities similar to full-time employees and will be evaluated at the end of the program. Those who excel will be offered full-time positions,” she announced. To facilitate applications, MAX Africa has provided QR codes for interested students, who will undergo a thorough screening process to ensure that only the most qualified candidates are selected.
In response, the Vice-Chancellor of Landmark University expressed appreciation to MAX Africa for recognizing the university’s talents and choosing Landmark as a major recruitment partner. He attributed the leadership qualities displayed by students to the legacy of Chancellor Dr David Oyedepo and affirmed the university’s confidence in the students' readiness to embrace this opportunity. He also highlighted Landmark University’s recent recognition as Nigeria's second-best university in the Times Higher Education rankings, further showcasing the institution’s commitment to excellence.
The Registrar also conveyed gratitude to the MAX Africa team and assured them of Landmark University's full support in achieving the program’s goals. Other members of the university’s management expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, seeing it as a significant step towards advancing opportunities for students, the university, and Africa at large.
Others in attendance at the meeting were the Chaplain, Pastor Popoola; the Dean of Students, Dr Abimbola Oluyori; the Sub-Dean of Student Affairs, Mr Noah Olaibi; the Student Development Officer, Mr Daniel Emmanuel and the HRBP, Compensation & Benefits, and City Manager, Ilorin, MAX, Mrs Adebimpe Alabi.
Members of the Landmark University management and the Max Africa team in a group photograph after the meeting
R-L: The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kolawole; the Registrar, Engr Adebayo Ajala; the Dean of Students, Dr Abimbola Oluyori; the Sub-Dean of Student Affairs, Mr Noah Olaibi during the meeting with Max Africa
MAX Africa's Chief Technology Officer, Mr Olusegun Leigh while speaking on the new internship programme
The Max team with the Landmark University Student Development Officer, Mr Daniel Emmanuel (L)
The Student Development Officer, Mr Daniel Emmanuel introducing Max Africa to the student community
Max Africa’s HR Manager, Mrs Bosede Otaigbe while speaking to the students of Landmark University on the internship programme
The Max Africa team interacting with Landmark University student community
Max Africa’s Senior Product Manager, Mr Kefas El-Olam while speaking to the students of Landmark University on his experience as a student of the University and during the internship programme
Registration point for Max Africa’s internship programme at Landmark University
