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LANDMARK INDUCTS NEW STUDENT COUNCIL
On Tuesday, 1st December 2020, Landmark University began a 4-day Induction programme organized by the Directorate of Student Affairs for the newly inaugurated members of the Landmark University Student Council (LUSC) for the 2020/2021 Academic Session
Speaking at the opening ceremony, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju stated that leadership is non-negotiable in any social context as it fosters orderliness and direction in life-long activities. He noted that leaders that will succeed must equip themselves with the relevant knowledge and skills which prompted the induction organized to prepare the new Student Council members for the task ahead. While congratulating them on their selection by divine direction, the Vice-Chancellor cautioned them to beware of arrogance and appropriation of God’s glory to themselves, noting that God does not share His glory with and would not make help available to those who think they can do things on their own. He implored them to allow God to lead them and take the glory in all that they do. The Vice-Chancellor went further to admonish that every position is important to the success of the administration, warning that negligence in responsibility may lead to unsatisfactory accomplishment. He therefore urged them to be responsive to their duties and work together as a strong team and an unbroken link.
In her remarks, the Registrar, Miss Fola Oyinloye, had earlier reminded the newly inaugurated executives of the fact that it was God who chose them for the assignment and expressed confidence that the God who had qualified them for the assignment would also help them in their various positions. She noted that God chooses leaders irrespective of age and vulnerability, saying that He qualifies whosoever He has called. She, therefore, encouraged them to rely on God for direction on the journey. Speaking about the importance of the induction, the Registrar, Miss Fola Oyinloye, noted that it has been packaged for learning on leadership for the newly inaugurated LUSC executive members. She said that the University believes that the place of learning is very germane to successful and hitch-free accomplishment. She alluded to a remark made elsewhere by the Chancellor, Dr David Oyedepo, that contrary to popular belief, experience is not the best teacher, but learning, especially from the people that had gone ahead. On this basis, she advised LUSC executive members to maximize their learning opportunities which the induction programme will offer them. While then assuring them of quality delivery of the various topics lined up for their preparation for the task ahead, the Registrar implored them to be attentive and forward-looking throughout the event.
The Dean of Student, Dr Olukayode Adebimpe also advised them to shun distractions that may disconnect them from receiving the life-imparting nuggets available at the induction.
The first leadership teaching for the first day was taken by the Vice-Chancellor who spoke on ‘Driving Effective and Efficient Student Leadership; The LMU Context’. Professor Olayanju emphasized that both effectiveness and efficiency are key in the delivery of quality leadership. While defining the terms, he juxtaposed effectiveness with efficiency; saying that effectiveness is doing the right thing while efficiency is doing the thing right. ‘So, we expect you as student leaders to be mindful of doing the right thing always. By implication, the end may not always justify the means,’ he added.
According to the Vice-Chancellor, the expectations of Management from the newly inaugurated LUSC executives include among others providing unbiased leadership to all students, advancing the cause of student leadership through innovative solutions to existing and emerging student challenges, and remaining guided by the University’s core values while discharging their core responsibility of bridging the gap between the University Management and the students.
The Registrar, Miss Oyinloye, exposed them to “The Roles of Administrative Competence and Diplomacy in Leadership” in the second session. In her submission, the topic was designed to ‘help them understand the import of administrative competency and diplomacy in carrying out their leadership responsibilities’ as student leaders. She equipped them with requisite administrative and diplomatic qualities some of which were knowledgeability, skilful and effective communication, strong negotiation skills, building mutual relationships, effective record keeping and retrieval, order for functionality, availability, and responsiveness. She concluded that all these qualities would facilitate seamless activities that would culminate in healthy teamwork and attainment of goals speedily.
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Management and the newly inaugurated members of LUSC for the 2020/2021 Academic session in a group photograph at the opening ceremony of their inducti
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olayanju speaking to the newly inaugurated members of LUSC for the 2020/2021 Academic session at the opening ceremony o
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The Registrar, Miss Fola Oyinloye speaking to the newly inaugurated members of LUSC for the 2020/2021 Academic session at the opening ceremony of thei
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The Dean of Student, Dr Olukayode Adebimpe, and the Sub-Dean, Mr Oladayo Ibitoye at the opening ceremony of the induction programme for the newly inau
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A cross-section of members of the 2020 LUSC executive during their induction
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The outgoing 2019 LUSC Executive members being prayed for
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The newly inaugurated and outgone LUSC executives in a group photograph with University management during their change of guard
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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
