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REPORT OF THE VISIT OF OMU-ARAN YOUTH FORUM TO THE MANAGEMENT OF LANDMARK UNIVERSITY, OMU-ARAN ON 22ND OCTOBER 2015
PREAMBLE
The Representatives of Omu-Aran Youth Forum paid a courtesy visit on the Management of Landmark University on 22nd October 2015.
OBJECTIVES
- To present a birthday gift to the Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo, on the occasion of his 61st Birthday Anniversary
- To appreciate the Chancellor for living a life of great impact at home and abroad.
- To reiterate their loyalty to the Chancellor’s inspiring and exemplary leadership.
- To notify the University Management of their intention to institute Annual Award of Excellence for the Best Graduating Student in the University.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ADDRESS DELIVERED BY THE PRESIDENT OF OMU-ARAN YOUTH FORUM
- Pastor Lawal Adedoyin appreciated God for the life of His Servant, Bishop (Dr) David Oyedepo and His grace over him, his Family and Ministry.
- He considered it a great privilege to have the Chancellor as an indigene of Omu-Aran, where Landmark University is situated and has opened up Omu-Aran to the lime light.
- He articulated the decision of the Forum to present a birthday gift to the Chancellor and institute an Annual Award of Excellence for the Best Graduating Student in the University in recognition and support of the excellence which the Chancellor stands for.
- He appreciated the Vice-Chancellor of Landmark University, Professor Aize Obayan for her administrative passion for excellence and spiritual zeal to win souls for Christ as demonstrated even in Omu-Aran town in the on-going Wonder-Double Prophet Agenda of the Living Faith Church Worldwide.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE MEETING
Issues discussed at the meeting are stated below.
- There were testimonies of Chancellor’s impact on his home base which culminated in the establishment of Landmark University in Omu-Aran.
- There was a discussion on enormous opportunities at Landmark University for youth development and community impact.
- The Omu-Aran youths were advised to take advantage of the University in their community by engaging in the capacity building programmes, particularly in farm practice and entrepreneurial training.
- The role of the youth forum in using their platform to help curtail security challenges in Omu-Aran was stressed.
- The need for aggressive sensitization of the youths on the benefits of modern agriculture and dignity of labour was emphasized.
- The birthday gift of the Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo, on the occasion of his 61st Birthday Anniversary, was presented by the President of the Forum, Pastor Lawal Adedoyin to the Management of the University.
- The letter of notification of intention to institute an annual award of ten thousand naira was presented to the University Management by the President of the Forum, Pastor Lawal Adedoyin.
VICE-CHANCELLOR’S REMARKS
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Aize Obayan, appreciated the Omu-Aran Youth Forum for their thoughtful initiative to honour the Chancellor with a birthday gift which she received on his behalf. She congratulated the people of Omu-Aran for being so blessed with Dr. David Oyedepo, a living legend whose visionary leadership has placed Omu-Aran on the global map, particularly with the establishment of Landmark University, the current Best Private University in Nigeria. She also commended the kind gesture of the Omu-Aran Youth Forum to institute an Award of Excellent Prize in the University. She advised the youths of Omu-Aran to emulate the Chancellor in his service to God and humanity for the desired change in the society to be a reality.
CONCLUSION
The meeting was indeed productive as laudable ideas were exchanged and areas of partnership, particularly on human capacity building were discussed with a view to providing solutions to the identified challenges of the host community. The courtesy visit was crowned with prayers for the Chancellor and his family as well as Landmark University.
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LANDMARK UNIVERSITY CROWNED PRIVATE UNIVERSITY OF THE YEAR VICE CHANCELLOR NAMED VICE CHANCELLOR OF THE YEAR AT THE NIGERIA ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AWARDS
Landmark University has reaffirmed its position as a leader in Nigeria’s education sector by emerging as the Private University of the Year 2024 – Academic Development at the prestigious Nigeria Academic Excellence Awards (NAEA) on 8th December 2024 red carpet event in Lagos, Nigeria. Adding to this remarkable achievement, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kolawole Ajanaku, was honoured as the Vice-Chancellor of the Year 2024 (Academic Development, Private University), underscoring his exemplary leadership in academia.
The NAEA, an annual event, is designed to celebrate and reward exceptional achievements within Nigeria’s education sector. It serves as a platform to recognize individuals and institutions that have demonstrated outstanding academic prowess, innovative leadership, and transformative impact on the nation’s educational landscape.
The organizers highlighted the core objectives of the awards: fostering a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging healthy competition, and elevating education standards across the country. The event showcased the remarkable accomplishments of students, educators, and institutions whose dedication is shaping the future of Nigeria’s education system.
Reflecting on the double recognition, Vice-Chancellor Professor Kolawole Ajanaku expressed his gratitude to the Landmark University proprietor under the Chairmanship of the Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo and the Pro-Chancellor, Pst (Mrs) Faith Oyedepo for the platform of Landmark University and their unwavering support. “This recognition is a celebration of our shared commitment to redefining education and creating transformative leaders for global impact,” he remarked. Professor Ajanaku also emphasized that these accolades underscore the university’s relentless pursuit of academic and operational excellence, as well as its focus on innovative practices and impactful research.
Landmark University’s stellar performance on the global and regional stage further cements its reputation for excellence. In the 2024 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, the institution was ranked 2nd best university in Nigeria, and 3rd in West Africa. Its research efforts earned global recognition when it secured 2nd place in the 2025 THE Interdisciplinary Science Research Rankings. Additionally, Landmark University ranked 1st in Ethical Leadership across Sub-Saharan Africa in the 2024 THE Sub-Saharan Africa University Rankings.
A key driver of Landmark University’s success lies in its alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The university’s focus on zero hunger, quality education, and industry innovation earned it a 2nd-place ranking in Nigeria in the Times Higher Education SDG Impact Rankings.
The university’s accomplishments are not limited to rankings; its graduates consistently excel in their professional endeavours. Employers have lauded their resilience, results-driven mindset, and leadership qualities, with many describing them as professionals who combine technical expertise with high standards of professionalism.
Landmark University’s recognition as the Private University of the Year 2024 and Professor Ajanaku’s award as the Vice-Chancellor of the Year 2024 reaffirm the institution’s trailblazing role in higher education. These accolades highlight the university’s transformative vision and enduring commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and leadership development.
To God be all the glory.
