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LMU COMMENCES ITOCA TRAINING-OF-TRAINERS WORKSHOP
On the 3rd November 2015 Landmark University as a community experienced a delight in a gathering of the intellectuals at the University Conference Hall, where the three- day ITOCA’s Training-of-Trainers Workshop kicked off. ITOCA (Information Training and Outreach Centre for Africa) is a capacity building organisation aimed at enhancing information and communications technology (ICT) skills for African librarians, information specialists, scientists, researchers and students in Sub-Sahara Africa.
In her welcome address, the Director Centre for Learning Resources, Mrs Felicia Yusuf while hinting the participants on the vision of the University and its collegiate system, noted that College Agricultural Sciences was the arrow head of all the Colleges while the Centre for Learning Resources was adjudged to be the hub around which all academic activities revolved. She lamented that the late realisation and placement of information as a factor of production was a major gap nation of the world have been trying to bridge. Land, labour, capital and even entrepreneur could not deliver optimally without adequate and relevant information. She, however, promised that the workshop was towards the emancipation of Africa from the shackles of ignominy that Africa as a continent was plagued with. This she described is in tandem with the vision of Landmark University which is to restore the dignity of the black race.
The country representative ITOCA, Mrs Olayinka Fatokin in her remarks said ITOCA is an organization based in Centurion, South Africa and has been partnering with International Organizations such as UN, FAO, WHO, Cornell University, Rockefeller Foundation and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation over the past 16 years. She also added that ITOCA was a partner in the Essential Electronic Agricultural Library (TEEAL) project which started in 1999 and founded by Cornell University. She commended the University for being a selected leader in the TEEAL’s project amongst other institutions in Nigeria. Highlighting the key aim of the training, she noted that the TEEAL training programme sought to increase the quality, effectiveness of research in Agricultural education and related biological related sciences, which would contribute towards improving food security in the sub Sahara Africa region. She appreciated the Management of the University whom she described as partners for qualitative academic research.
The Registrar, Dr. Daniel Rotimi who intimated the participants with the vision, mission and core values of the University said that “your coming to Landmark University accord you the opportunity to experience the best ambience the University offers. Welcome to the centre, where God reside.” He further noted that the name of the University means a reference point that sets standard for others to follow and has a motto of breaking new grounds which makes the University to continuously press forward for a rebirth.
In her goodwill message to the gathering, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Aize Obayan who eulogized the leadership qualities of the Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo said that God gave the Chancellor, who is a visionary and transformational leader the vision of the University to lead an agrarian revolution for the continent. She further described the participants as drivers of learning, who have gathered to learn, re-learn and un-learn. while emphasizing that the world of hyper connectivity has moved from good to best and not the less, she noted that ITOCA was highlighting key development issues through training and TEEAL would be a major contributor for the actualization of the University’s new frontiers in Agricultural revolution. She added that the University needed a new frontiers of learning to break the shakels of ignorance ravaging the African continent which is also a hindrance to its development. “Today the University is taking steps to breaking new grounds and we must be urgent in our approach in this part of the world because we cannot rest on our oars.” While declaring the programme opened on behalf of the Chancellor, she enjoined the participants to explore the best of nature the University environment presents.
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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
