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LMU CALLS FOR COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS AT NISEB CONFERENCE
The Vice-Chancellor, Landmark University, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju has called on the Society for Experimental Biology of Nigeria (NISEB) to be proactive in their involvement in tackling food security challenges in Africa. He made the call in his welcome address at the opening ceremony of the 18th Annual Scientific Conference and AGM of the Society which was themed: “Experimental Biology for Food Security and Sustainable Development” and hosted by Landmark University.
While congratulating NISEB on the most apposite theme for the year’s conference, noting its connection to the overarching vision of the University, the Vice-Chancellor reiterated its contributions towards salvaging global food security collapse.
“As an academic community, we are excited to receive the Society for Experimental Biology of Nigeria on this campus, noting its crucial thematic concern for this Conference that runs in sync with the visionary mandate of the University, which is suggestive of collaborative efforts at meeting food related Sustainable Development Goal for Africa. With this interdisciplinary synergy channeled towards improving the plight of the black race, I have a clear understanding of the awesome future awaiting Nigeria and Africa, as the invited agripreneurs, entrepreneurs, and researchers across board ventilate knowledge to yield the needed solutions.”
Earlier, Professor Olayanju had noted during the NISEB officials’ courtesy call on the Management of the University that the University was committed to raising the bar of excellence through mechanization as it envisioned food production in large scale for the teeming population of Africa. He added that the role of NISEB cannot be overemphasized in advancing the frontiers of her vision, noting the University’s readiness for valuable collaborations.
While delivering the Keynote Address, Professor Victor Adetimirin, said food security is one of the 17 integrated sustainable development goals (SDGs) of the United Nations expected to be achieved in 2030. Looking at the state of Nigeria, he said the nation is presently in dire need of both food security and sustainable development and NISEB is one of the societies that desire to make impact by solving the problem. He therefore noted that food security should be pursued in terms of availability and accessibility of quality and quantity of food.
According to him, there has not been any government plan or policy in place to meet this benchmark especially in the face of the alarming exponential increase in Nigeria’s population growth. He said Nigeria is estimated to be the 3rd most populous nation in the world by 2050 as it would have overtaken the United States.
“In recent time, Nigeria has overtaken India in the number of poor people in the world. Nigeria now has over 87million people living in extreme poverty compared to India’s 73million. The elimination of extreme poverty is the first of the 17 SDGs. Understanding this demographic changes will provide information on the challenges and opportunities which they present for achieving sustainable development,” he added.
To overcome this challenge, Professor Adetimirin said there is need for an agricultural intensification towards an increase agricultural production to meet the growing population, giving that Nigeria has the required arable land for food production. He recommended the adoption of appropriate technology in agricultural production to increase output and remove drudgery from agricultural practice.
The conference had three plenaries delivered by Professor Oyewale Tomori, Professor Musa Galadima and Professor Adeniyi Olayanju and two memorial lectures in honour of Professor Anthony Uyekpen Osagie and Dr. Justine Timothy Ekanem, delievered by Professor E. C. Onyeneke and Dr. (Mrs.) Faoziyat Sulaiman respectively.
The highlight of the event was the Award of Fellow conferred on Professor C.C. Osunbor. Other awards were given to the Chancellor and Chairman, Board of Regents of Landmark University, Dr. David Oyedepo, the Vice-Chancellor of the University, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju and the erstwhile Vice-Chancellor, Professor Aize Obayan for their support towards the success of the conference.
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju while welcoming participants to the 18th Annual Scientific conference and AGM of NISEB
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NISEB President, Professor Evelyn U. Edosomwan giving the Welcome address at the 18th Annual Scientific conference and AGM of NISEB
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Professor Victor Adetimirin delievering the Keynote Address on Experimental Biology for Food Security and Sustainable Development at the 18th Annua
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Professor Oyewale Tomori delivering the 1st Plenary lecture titled Life Sciences and Sustainable Development in Developing Societies at the 18th Ann
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Professor Musa Galadima delivering the 2nd Plenary lecture titled Food Safety, Biosecurity and Environmental Sustainability at the 18th Annual Scien
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Professor Adeniyi Olayanju delivering the 3rd Plenary lecture titled, Bioresources and Biosystems Engineering: Challenges and Way Forward at the 18t
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Professor Chukwu Onyeneke delivering the memorial lecture in honour of Professor Anthony Uyekpen Osagie at the 18th Annual Scientific conference and A
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Dean, College of Agricultural Sciences, Professor Charity Aremu, decorating Dr. (Mrs.) Faoziyat Sulaiman after delivering the memorial lecture at the
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Professor O. Osemwegie, the COC Chairman for the 18th Annual Scientific conference and AGM of NISEB
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The Chairman, Board of Trustee, NISEB, Professor H.O.B. Oloyede (Right) conferring the Fellow Award on Professor C.C. Osunbor (in gown) at the 18th An
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Professor Adeniyi Olayanju receiving an award of excellence of the society.
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Dr. John Ojediran receiving an award of excellence on behalf of Professor Aize Obayan, erstwhile Vice-Chancellor, LMU at the 18th Annual Scientific co
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Professor Adeniyi Olayanju receiving an award of excellence on behalf of the Chancellor, LMU, Dr. David Oyedepo at the 18th Annual Scientific conferen
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The newly inaugurated Fellow of NISEB, Professor Osunbor flanked by NISEB officials
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A group photograph of the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju flanked by NISEB officials at the 18th Annual Scientific conference and AGM of N
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A cross section of participants at the 18th Annual Scientific conference and AGM of NISEB
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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
