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LANDMARK UNIVERSITY HOLDS 6TH MATRICULATION CEREMONY
On Friday, 8th January 2015, the University held her 6th Matriculation Ceremony at the University Multipurpose Hall, where 513 new intakes who were successful in the 2015 Computer-based Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Landmark University Scholastic Aptitude Screening (LUSAS), took the University’s Matriculation Covenant and were fully inducted as students of the University.
The Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo in his address captioned “Marketing Agriculture to Secure the Destiny of a Nation” as delivered by the Vice-Chancellor, Covenant University, Professor Charles Kayode Ayo noted that, Landmark University is indeed a revolutionary platform in Education with a mandate of ensuring food security in Africa. “Our quest is to raise an army of agricultural entrepreneurs, and ensure sustainable commitment to agricultural endeavors by our graduates who will actualize the University’s motto of ‘Breaking New Grounds’ as is driven on the wheels of our visionary thrust”.
Stressing further the mandate of the University, the Chancellor said, “The visionary emphasis of Landmark University is exemplified in her strong emphasis and commitment to promoting the Man-child model of education, which is poised to unlock the doorways into an agricultural revolution for the 21st century.”
He expressed worry at the spate of food insecurity in the nation when he noted that, “Food insecurity is a major global concern as over one billion people are suffering from starvation, under- and malnutrition. According to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization, almost all the hungry people, 780million live in developing countries representing 12.9 percent, or one in eight of the population of developing countries and regrettably, Nigeria has transitioned from being a self-sufficient country in food to being a worrisome net importer of agricultural produce.” Despite this huge gap, the Chancellor enjoined all to embrace Agriculture as a key sector that can improve food security in Nigeria. He restated the University’s commitment towards restoring the dignity of the Black Race by spearheading an agrarian revolution for the continent of Africa via the exploration of hidden treasure in the Mother-earth. While congratulating the Parents, Guardians, well-wishers and matriculating students, he assured them of boundless opportunities available at the University and encouraged them to be committed to the ideals that Landmark University stands for in their generation and time.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Aize Obayan in her address also reechoed the University’s commitment to contribute to the process of providing solutions through curriculum development strategies that emphasize cutting edge approach to issues and the University’s drive for entrepreneurial development scheme that bridges the gap between theory and practice, and a practical commitment to investment in agri-business and agri-preneurship.
Reeling out defining events and major accomplishments of the University, she noted that Landmark University currently runs three established farms as a training ground for raising the army of agricultural entrepreneurs, who are set to break new grounds upon graduation by bringing into reality, food security for our nation and continent. “At the Teaching and Research Farm, we have Maize, Soybean, Groundnut, Cassava, Vegetables, Cattle, Piggery, Sheep, Goat, Rabbitery, Poultry and Green House. We run a Commercial Farm, where there are Broiler Birds, Laying Birds, Fish Ponds, Crop and Feed Productions. The Eleyin Farm Plantation situated in Eleyin village is devoted for Jatropha plantation, a biofuel plant of great economic importance, and cassava plantation. Our agricultural products such as frozen chicken, smoked fish, eggs, vegetable, fish bite, sweetened chips, milky biscuit, bread, palm-oil, garri and others are being exhibited at their various stands outside this hall and are also in the various markets in Nigeria. The most recent breakthrough on our Teaching and Research Farm is the on-going harvest and launch of Landmark University brown rice from our Fadama rice plantation.” She also highlighted the efforts of the University to remain a cynosure in the prestigious category of the best Private University in Nigeria, which was exemplified in the July 2015 edition of the Webometrics Ranking of Universities, where Landmark University emerged the best Private University and 15th overall among all Universities in Nigeria. She mentioned too that six of the University’s Faculty are on the Google scholar listing among the 800 researchers in the Nigerian Universities.
Other highlights of the event included presentation by the 100 level Word Casters Group, Taking of Matriculation Covenant, Ceremonial Signing of Matriculation Register, Goodwill Messages from Parents and the representatives of the Olomu of Omu-Aran, Oba Charles Ibitoye, led by the Oniwo of Iwo, His Royal Highness (Arc) Olutade Joshua.
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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
