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LANDMARK RECEIVES NAIE
The executives of the Kwara State Chapter of the Nigerian Institution Agricultural Engineers (NAIE) paid a courtesy visit to the Landmark University Management to congratulate the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charity Aremu, and the University on her recent appointment as the 5th substantive Vice-Chancellor of the University on Tuesday, 30th August 2022. The executives who were led by the State Chairman, Engr (Dr) Olusola Ogunjirin, and the Institution’s Editor-in-Chief, Professor Olanrewaju Olaoye presented a giant card that captured their felicitations and continuous support for the University, to the Vice-Chancellor.
In furtherance of their visit, the chairman appreciated the Proprietor base and the Chancellor, Dr David Oyedepo for the establishment of the first private agricultural university in Nigeria, noting the significant position it occupies not only in the education sector but also in the nation’s agricultural development. He said further that the University has their members in key positions in the University: Dean of the College of Engineering, the HOD of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, and the Coordinator of the Landmark University Centre for Agricultural Mechanization. He commended the commitment of the Proprietor to their members’ welfare, especially during the COVID-19 lockdown, and their development, in terms of conference attendance and research publication sponsorship among others. He, therefore, assured the Management of their continuous support for the University in the area of agricultural development as the Institution is made up of professionals in different fields.
The Vice-Chancellor while responding to the NIAE chairman, expressed the university’s commitment to sustaining and even moving forward its relationship with NAIE, noting the association’s drive and pedigree vis-à-vis agricultural mechanization development. She emphasized the agrarian link between the two institutions while beckoning on them for a stronger collaboration that will open the vista of training and capacity-building opportunities for faculty, staff, and students of the University from their network of professional members. She further challenged the team on productive synergy towards the promotion of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to which the University has been consistently committed, stating that the University is committed to impacting the society positively and the collaboration with the NAIE will go a long way in bringing on board innovations that will revolutionize the drive. She, therefore, identified the pro-poor farmers’ as a target group that can be given a better farming experience with the provision of improved tools to make their farming less drudgery.
The teams further discussed ways to sustain and explore the opportunities inherent in the collaboration for the benefit of the Institutions. In attendance were the Landmark University Registrar, Miss Adefunke Oyinloye, the Deans of Colleges and Directors which included the Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies, Professor Babatunde Adebesin; Dean, College of Pure and Applied Sciences, Professor Ayodele Adebiyi; Dean, College of Engineering, Professor John Ojediran; Dean, College of Agricultural Sciences, Dr Olayinka Alabi; Dean, College of Business and Social Sciences, Dr Ben-Caleb Egbide; Director, Financial Services, Mr Christopher Fatiregun; Director, Centre for Learning and Resources, Dr Ayooluwa Aregbesola; Director, Physical Planning and Development, Engr Oluwafemi Daodu; and the HOD, Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Dr Abiodun Okunola.
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The Kwara State Chairman of the Nigerian Institution of Agricultural Engineers presenting their congratulations card to the Landmark University Vice-C
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charity Aremu addressing the NAIE team during their visit
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The Registrar, Landmark University, Miss Adefunke Oyinloye welcoming the NAIE team to the meeting
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Members of the Kwara State Chapter of the Nigerian Institution Agricultural Engineers (NAIE). R-L: The Institutions Editor-in-Chief, Professor Olaoye
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The NAIE team presenting the congratulations card to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof Aremu during their visit
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The Landmark and NAIE teams in a group photograph
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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
