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NO ONE GOES DOWN WORKING WITH GOD – CHANCELLOR
“NO ONE GOES DOWN WORKING WITH GOD” – CHANCELLOR
The Chancellor and Chairman, Board of Regents, Dr. David Oyedepo has reiterated that Spirituality is key towards making the most of one’s full potentials in life. He made this known at the University’s 2017/2018 Executive Advance programme on Tuesday 23rd August, 2017.
In his teaching titled “Spirituality the Gateway to Intellectual Exploits”, he stated that the way to any destination is best taken by someone who knows it. He echoed that Spirituality is about the love of God and commitment to please God. “Man is a triune, he is a spirit, who has a soul and lives in a body. The control of our life is the spirit.” Dr. Oyedepo further noted that at creation man was operating in the realm of supernatural intelligence but after the fall he lost it. “The second Adam (Jesus Christ) came to restore what was lost, John 10:10 Mathew 11:11.” He further stated that every born again child of God have the capacity to connect with the Spirit of God, as the natural man cannot access this. In his words “there is a spiritual mind planted in you at new birth that makes your spirit come alive. As stated in Ephesians 4:23 our spirit has been re-spirited. Being born again is not a spiritual task, it is a major component of the spirit because at new birth intellectual transformation takes place.”
He affirmed further that the Spirit of God makes us custodian of knowledge revealing divine secret to us, as Inspiration delivers anything to the redeemed mind. “It will bring a genius from any dullard and no one goes down working with God”. Citing biblical examples like Abraham who made waves in economy, Uzziah who invented engines, and Daniel who also made waves in politics, others are Joseph and Paul, he pointed out that they were intellectual giants due to their spiritual connectivity to God. In the field of knowledge, he added that Michael Faraday, R. G. Le Tourneau and James Clerk Maxwell were identified as people whose impact were linked with their regenerated minds sorely.
He identified three ways to build a robust spirit as, feeding on the word of God, prayer and fasting, and engaging in spiritual stewardship. He concluded by enjoining the University community to engage in Spirituality as a way of life in the new session, in other to achieve the set target for research, product development and impact.
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CHANCELLOR CHARGES STUDENTS ON TIME MANAGEMENT AS THEY EMBARK ON HOLIDAYS
The Chancellor, Dr David Oyedepo has enthused students of Landmark University to spend the 2023/2024 Omega semester holiday wisely. He gave the admonition during the 2023/2024 Omega semester Closing assembly organized by the management on Friday, July 19, 2024.
During his address, the Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo, underscored the importance of time management, emphasizing that while everyone possesses the same 24 hours, the difference lies in how it is utilized. He attributed the challenges faced by many youths to unproductive time management and urged the students to embrace every vacation as an opportunity for personal growth.
“This is your era of preparation for future success,” Dr. Oyedepo asserted. “Fill your time with productive engagements.” He also commended the faculty and staff for their dedication to mentoring and impacting the lives of the students. He, therefore, declared God’s blessing upon the University community.
The closing assembly also featured inspiring addresses from key university officials, with a strong emphasis on time management and personal development. Earlier in the assembly, the Secretary to the Board of Regents, Pastor (Dr) Daniel Rotimi highlighted the significance of gratitude, urging the university community to thank God for all the achievements during the 2023/2024 academic year. Drawing inspiration from 1 Peter 2:9, he reminded the students of their identity as children of God and encouraged them to embrace their status as kings and queens. He also extended appreciation to the proprietors and the Board of Regents for their unwavering commitment to the university’s development.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kolawole Ajanaku, represented by his Deputy, Professor John Ojediran, congratulated the students on successfully completing the Omega semester, marking the end of the academic session. He recapped notable events of the year, including the university's impressive position in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, student development activities like TEDx, the Legacy Conference of LMU student leaders, the Chancellor’s Cup, and the career fair among others. He also highlighted awards received by both staff and students, strategic collaborations to advance the university's vision, and the promotion of academic staff. While looking ahead, he outlined events to conclude the session most especially the "Towards a Total Graduate"—a custom course for the graduating class. He advised non-graduating students embarking on holidays to maximize their time by engaging in productive activities. In his closing remarks, the Vice-Chancellor thanked the management, staff, and students for their contributions to Landmark University's success during the academic year. While wishing the students a safe journey to their various homes, the Vice-Chancellor reaffirmed the University’s continuous commitment to holistic student development and academic excellence.
The Dean, the College of Pure and Applied Sciences, Professor Ayodele Adebiyi gave his goodwill message on behalf of other college deans, bidding their students a safe journey home.
In the course of the event, the 2024/2025 Landmark University Student Council members were unveiled by the Dean of Students Affairs, Dr Abimbola Oluyori. The Chaplain blessed them, commissioning them for the task ahead in the coming academic year.
The Chancellor, Dr David Oyedepo during the 2023/2024 closing assembly
The Secretary to the Board of Regents, Pastor (Dr) Daniel Rotimi speaking during the 2023/2024 closing assembly
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor John Ojediran, delivering the Vice-Chancellor’s remarks during the 2023/2024 closing assembly
A cross-section of students during the 2023/2024 closing assembly
A cross-section of members of management, professorate, staff, and students during the 2023/2024 closing assembly
The Dean, the College of Pure and Applied Sciences, Professor Ayodele Adebiyi giving goodwill on behalf of other college deans during the 2023/2024 closing assembly
The Dean of Students, Dr Abimbola Oluyori presenting the 2024/2025 LUSC members during the 2023/2024 closing assembly
The Chaplain, Pastor Abraham John-Oze praying for the 2024/2025 student leaders as they were unveiled during the closing assembly.
