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GLOHWOC PARTNERS WITH LANDMARK
Landmark University’s quest to restore the dignity of the black race was again demonstrated in her collaboration with the Global Hope for Women and Children Foundation (GLOHWOC) to provide technical capacity building on agribusiness for women in Irepodun Local Government Area (LGA) of Kwara State on Tuesday, 28th July 2020. The capacity-building event which focused on plant, animal and livestock production and their value chains had 62 participants from the various villages across the LGA.
In his welcome address, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju, reiterated the commitment of the University to her tripodal responsibilities, noting how the University is positioned to impact society positively with her knowledge and facility endowments. Commending the initiative to empower women in society, Professor Olayanju situated the connections between women’s empowerment, food security, and agricultural growth. He emphasised the crucial role of women in agricultural development, adding that inequalities in access to agricultural resources has limited their opportunities and development, thereby contributing to global hunger and poverty. He submitted that eradication of the inequalities in agriculture must be prioritized to give women their place in agriculture. “It is, therefore, important, given women's crucial role in food production and provision, that any effort towards sustainable food security must address their limited access to productive resources including knowledge of maximizing agricultural value chains.” While expressing concern over the effect of COVID-19 on agricultural activities in the year 2020, he noted the aptness of the workshop, saying that it would spur the participants to immediate agricultural engagements in preparation for 2021 and beyond. He, therefore, expressed optimism that the technical training would expose them to the opportunities in agribusiness that would increase their participation in agriculture tending towards attaining the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nation – Zero Hunger, No Poverty, and Eradicate Inequalities.
Speaking on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation, Mrs Christy Abayomi-Oluwole, the Foundation’s Financial Executive, Mr Alaba Adesuyi, said the project was supported by Global Affairs Canada through ActionAid Nigeria to provide economic empowerment for women in two (2) local government areas of Kwara State which are Irepodun and Ilorin South. He added that the foundation would not only train the women but would also provide them with mentorship and other enabling resources which included land allocations and capital disbursement amongst others to maximize the knowledge acquired for their economic freedom. He appreciated the management of Landmark University for their open-door policy towards people development.
In her remarks, the Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies and former Dean, College of Agricultural Sciences, Professor Charity Aremu, could not hide her delight over the turnout of women interested in agriculture, asserting that it was a move to stall the impending global famine as forecast by the United Nations. She congratulated the women for making such a decision to exempt themselves from the impending hunger and noted that increased knowledge base is all that is required to have successful agricultural practice.
Speaking earlier, the Dean, College of Agricultural Sciences, Professor Olasunkanmi Bamiro had traced the challenges of rural women in agriculture to the non-realisation of agriculture as a business that could change their economic status, noting that many of them do not see agriculture beyond subsistence. He said until they realise agriculture is a business, their level of involvement would remain low.
The women proceeded to the Landmark University Teaching and Research Farm for the technical session which exposed them to enhanced methods in plant and animal farming and their respective value chains.
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju, addressing the participants at the women capacity building
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Mr Alaba Adesuyi, the representative of the CEO GLOHWOC, Mrs Christy Abayomi-Oluwole, addressing the participants at the women capacity building
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Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies, Professor Charity Aremu, addressing the participants at the women capacity building
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Dean, College of Agricultural Sciences, Professor Olasunkanmi Bamiro, addressing the participants at the women capacity building
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GLOHWOC Oko Town Coordinator, Mrs Roseline Aremu, addressing the participants at the women capacity building
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Participants at the women capacity building
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Participants at the women capacity building
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The participants in a group photograph with the management of Landmark University after the opening event
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Participants processing to the Universitys Teaching and Research Farm for the capacity building
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olayanju addressing the participants at the Hydroponics Centre, Teaching and Research Farm
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olayanju addressing the participants at the Hydroponics Centre, Teaching and Research Farm
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olayanju addressing the participants at the Hydroponics Centre, Teaching and Research Farm on tomato production
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olayanju addressing the participants at the Hydroponics Centre, Teaching and Research Farm on tomato production
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Participants at the layer section of the Teaching and Research Farm
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Participants at the vegetable farm of the Teaching and Research Farm
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Participants at the cassava farm of the Teaching and Research Farm
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Participants at the rabbit farm of the Teaching and Research Farm
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Participants at the fish hatchery of the Teaching and Research Farm
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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
