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SAFETY IS ATTITUDINAL
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju has emphasized that safety is attitudinal and that on a safety scale of 100, knowledge could only give 96 percent safety, hard work would only give 98 percent while attitude has 100 percent. This was the position of the Vice-Chancellor on Friday 5th July 2019 at the closing ceremony of the weeklong Health, Safety and Environment training for the members of staff of the Directorate of Physical Planning and Development (PPD), the University Medical Centre and laboratory technologists.
“What can give you 100 percent result is your attitude. Therefore safety is attitudinal. Beyond safety, virtually what becomes of you in life is a function of your attitude,” he enthused. He further noted that it is only with the right attitude the knowledge garnered and the energy expended can translate to good productivity. He emphasised further that the result of wrong attitude is usually very costly and many at times irreparable. He therefore admonished all and sundry to imbibe the right attitude henceforth. “So I want you to go out of this training with the right attitude to your work. Once you have the right attitude, you are on your way to the top,” he concluded.
In reiterating the relevance of right attitude to the development of the University context, the Registrar, Dr. James Ndako also admonished participants to put to use what they have learnt to improve on the university system. He also implored them to be Guides to other personnel in their various departments in line with the training they have received for improved productivity across board.
While speaking on the impact of the training on the University, the Director, Physical Planning and development, PPD, Arc. Segun Olaonipekun described the training as being impactful, insightful and thought-provoking, assuring management of a high-level improvement in the discharge of duties of participants in particular and the university system in general. While commending the participants for their cooperation, he appreciated management for the support that drove the training to success.
Also, the lead facilitator, Mr Alfred Ajao commended the management of the University for taking the progressive step to train its staff which he noted as a responsibility many organisations neglect thereby subjecting their employees to risks and hazards they would have prevented. He said further that the training has been mutually beneficial, noting the high level competence demonstrated by the participants through shared experiences. He added that it showed the high quality of employees in the university. While thanking management for patronising them, he said they enjoyed their partnership with the university and they would be willing to come again when invited.
Some of the participants who commented on the training commended the initiative and the direction of the University towards equipping her staff thereby enhancing the capacity of her human resource and fostering a conducive environment for learning and research. The Matron, Landmark University Medical Centre, Mrs Jumai Ndako said that the training indeed added to their knowledge bank which would then translate to a better performance in their work. A technologist at the Mechanical Engineering Department, Engr. John said that the training has given them insightful ideas beyond the laboratories. He added that the system would begin to see the effect of the training as they are prepared to affect the university positively with the knowledge garnered. Arc. Armstrong Uzoagwu of PPD also noted that the training has moved them from being safety blinded to being safety minded, noting that it would improve on the policy making of the Directorate.
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju giving his remarks at the Safety training
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The Registrar, Dr. James Ndako commending the trainees for their cooperation
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The DPPD, Arc. Segun Olaonipekun appreciating management for the enabling environment for the safety training
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The lead facilitator, Mr Alfred Ajao speaking on the safety training
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The Matron, Landmark Medical Centre, Mrs Jumai Ndako commenting on the training
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Arc. Armstrong Uzoagwu of PPD commenting on the training
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olayanju presenting the University souvenir to the lead facilitator, Mr Ajao, flanked by the Registrar, Dr Ndako and th
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olayanju, the Registrar, Dr Ndako and the DPPD, Arc. Olaonipekun with the facilitators
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The Vice-Chancellor in a group photograph with the participants and the facilitators
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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
