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TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE DAIRY FARM DEVELOPMENT
Preparatory towards sustainable dairy farm development, Landmark University and SMAP Farms discussed areas of collaboration with unprecedented opportunities for both organizations to be the very cynosure of dairy development for food security in Nigeria. Some of the areas of interest included capacity building and training of both students and staff, milk production, artificial insemination, and cattle management among others. While addressing the SMAP Farms representatives, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju reiterated the continued commitment of the University to widen her visionary tentacles to accommodate more innovative agricultural ideas capable of improving the livelihood and wellbeing of the people primarily, thereby occupying a leading position in the global education domain. He noted further the University’s unremitting collaborative efforts which had not only endeared the University to value-adding organizations but also ensured the fulfilment of her vision. While expressing the unreserved pleasure and readiness of the University in the partnership with great expectations in view, the Vice-Chancellor commended the exploits of SMAP Farms in dairy farming, noting the success of the artificial insemination of the cattle in the Teaching and Research Farm of the University. “We are glad to note your exploit in dairy farming for the purpose of achieving social economic empowerment, food security among others. We recognize your passion, progress and prospect in agriculture, given what SMAP Farms represents and your contributions to the face and fate of dairy farming in Nigeria.”
In his response, the Chief Executive Officer SMAP Farms, Mr Suraj Ajiboye, said the organization focuses on training and capacity building, milk production, cattle management and supply of cattle equipment among others. With their undercurrent “Nigeria-can-also-do-it” passion and the fact that dairy has an expanded value chain, Mr Ajiboye noted that the Farms was established primarily for knowledge transfer, aimed at empowering youths for nation building. He said that the organization believes that the more the player, the better for the nation in its quest to ameliorate the challenges of unemployment, herdsmen-farmers’ clash, and food insecurity among others. He, therefore, guaranteed a very productive and effective collaboration towards the actualization of the vision of the University.
The meeting therefore dovetailed into a robust interaction between the Landmark and the SMAP Farms team and subsequent discussion on the terms of the memorandum of understanding. Management members in attendance included the Registrar, Dr. James Ndako, the DFS, Mr. Dare Fadoju, the CLR, Dr. Jerome Idiegbeyan-Ose, the DCSIS, Mr. Demola Olopade, the DSPS, Professor Charity Aremu, the Head of Programme, Animal Science, Dr. A. A. Alabi, the animal geneticist, Dr. Ayo Shoyombo, the Coordinator, Vice-Chancellor’s Office, Engr. Olumoyewa Atoyebi.
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olayanju while giving his remarks at the meeting
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The CEO, SMAP Farms, Mr. Suraj Adebayo while introducing his organization to Landmark
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The Registrar, Dr. James Ndako interacting with the SMAP Farms representatives
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The DFS, Mr. Dare Fadoju giving his perspectives on the collaboration
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The Vice-Chancellor (3rd left) receiving SMAP Farms souvenir from the CEO, Mr. Adebayo (3rd right).
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The Vice-Chancellor (4th left) receiving for the University a letter of invitation to the Development Icons Forum
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The Vice-Chancellor presenting the Universitys souvenir to the CEO, SMAP Farms
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The team at the cattle ranch in the Teaching and Research Farm
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The team at the chicken processing section of the Commercial Farm
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The SMAP Farms team at the Universitys 50, 000 capacity automated layer pen
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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
