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LANDMARK UNIVERISTY CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ERADICATION OF POVERTY
In commemoration of the 2015 International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, Landmark University organized a discussion forum among students to address factors responsible for the prevalence of poverty across the world with a view to eradicating the menace in our society. This is a part of the conscious effort of the University in confronting the intertwined challenges of hunger, poverty and unemployment in Africa through her unique agrarian revolution.
The celebration of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty can be traced back to 17th October 1987 by resolution 47/196, designated to promote awareness of the need to eradicate poverty and destitution in all countries.
This year’s celebration themed, “Building Sustainable Future: Coming together to end Poverty and Discrimination”, was explored by the University Community to further create awareness on the collective responsibility of people towards eradicating poverty and discrimination through sustainable agriculture and agribusiness which Landmark University is vigorously driving.
The interactive session of the celebration of the Day with some students of the University disclosed that poverty has claimed lives of many innocent children. They opined that transformational policies and strategies needed to be put in place to address the worrisome effect of poverty and destitution in all countries of the world. The people living in poverty are supposed to have representation in the decision making processes of the governments in transforming their lives and communities. The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty therefore promotes dialogue and understanding between people living in poverty, their communities and the society at large. A few students bared their mind on the concept and reality of poverty in our society.
Queen Onuoha Faith, a 300 level student of the Department of Electrical and Information Engineering said the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty represents an opportunity to acknowledge the efforts and struggles of people living in poverty, a chance for them to make their concerns heard and a moment to recognize that the fight against poverty is still on.
King Ahunanya Isaac, a 200 level student of the Department of Sociology also noted that poverty is a state of mind which manifests long after it has been nursed. In his opinion, once a man is poor in his thoughts, it will show on the outside.
King Akpo Victor, a 100 level student of the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering said that once a man can meet the basic human needs which include food, clothing and shelter, such a man is not poor.
The outcome of poverty manifests in the increased rate of crimes and other social vices which could endanger the society. It is therefore everyone’s responsibility to work towards eradicating poverty and generating wealth in our society.
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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
