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LANDMARK UNIVERSITY IS OPENED TO COLLABORATION
These were the words of the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju when he received the Newly Appointed Vice-Chancellor, Joseph Ayo Babalola University (JABU), Professor Kola Sonaike and a Member of board of Trustee of the Univerity, Mr Tunji Iyanda during their courtesy visit on Thursday, 11th November, 2019. He emphasized that Landmark has a clear vision poised to be a leading world-class University by spearheading an agrarian revolution through the exploration of the mother-earth thereby restoring the dignity of the black race.
Noting further, Professor Olayanju said that the two institutions (LMU and JABU) have similar passion for Youth Development. While JABU looks at developing their students in entrepreneurship, Landmark Focus is Agrarian that led to the Certificate programme in Agripreneurship which has already been launched by the Chancellor of Landmark University, Dr. David Oyedepo. “Here irrespective of the course you are studying, agripreneurship is a compulsory course content that will help the youth understand the business angle of agriculture and we want to assure you that we are opened to collaboration.
According to him, the inability of Africa to feed herself, the challenge of low agricultural yield, shortage in job opportunities, and restoration of the dignity of the Black race, necessitated the emergence of Landmark University in the education landscape to challenge the status quo and tackle myriad of issues besetting Africa, chief of which is food insecurity. In his words “the Landmark University Agricultural Revolution is geared towards attaining new frontiers in driving the rebirth, national transformation and rejuvenation of our education values via phenomenal contribution to the process of restoration of the dignity of the black race. Our unique curricula are structured towards developing academic, agricultural and entrepreneurial models that will help accomplish our vision, in terms of designing a production line that will guarantee our desired end product. Landmark University is poised to unlock the doorways into an agricultural revolution for the 21st century”.
In his remarks, the Vice-Chancellor, JABU, Professor Kola Sonaike while appreciating the splendid ambience Landmark provides in terms of environment and facilities stated that he has been privileged to visit so many Universities but Landmark is indeed different. He said his institution desires expansion in its agrarian project and felt Landmark as the first private University of Agriculture is the right place to visit for collaboration and cross fettilization of ideas. He thanked the Vice-Chancellor for not seeing JABU as a competitor but partner, which to him is a gesture well appreciated by the JABU community and his visiting team. He stated that JABU in its mission statement is committed to providing excellent teaching, research and service that will encourage learning and stimulate academic exchange at both national and international fora with undergraduate, postgraduate and professional programmes of finest quality.
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The Vice-Chancellor, Landmark University, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju giving his remarks while the Vice Chancellor, JABU, Professor Kola Sonaike takes
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Cross Section of Landmark University Management and JABU Team
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju presenting congratulatory card to JABU VC, Proffessor Kola Sonaike in the Midst of the University Regi
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju presenting University Farm Products to JABU VC, Professor Kola Sonaike in the Midst of the University
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju showing JABU VC some equipment at the the Universitys International Exhibition Centre.
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju showing JABU VC rice produced at the Universitys Rice Processing Plant
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju showing JABU VC how eggs are picked from the automated battery cage at the University 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
