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LANDMARK 7TH INAUGURAL LECTURER
It was an evening of discoveries for many as Landmark University’s 7th Inaugural Lecturer Professor Babatunde Olufemi Adebesin espoused the need to pay attention to space weather knowledge in proffering panacea to some natural disasters and infrastructural deficits affecting Nigeria’s socio-economic development. Friday 29th April, 2022 will remain indelible in the annals of Landmark University as one of her pioneer Faculty, Professor Babatunde Olufemi Adebesin delivered the 7th inaugural lecture titled “The Natural Mirror in the Upper Atmosphere: Resource, Risk and Innovation”.
In his presentation, Professor Babatunde Adebesin stated the need to begin to care about space weather since research has established the resource and the accompanied risk of the upper atmosphere. According to the inaugural lecturer, a better understanding of the mechanism between parameters used in describing the ionospheric layer and their solar and geomagnetic influences will go a long way in furthering the expansion of space knowledge. Going further, Professor Adebesin revealed that, “Processes like the impaired telecommunication and scientific radar launch activities, the epileptic power supply, the incessant pipeline leakages, lag in adopting precision agriculture, and so on; experienced especially in Nigeria nowadays, may not be unconnected with the risk factor involved with the ionospheric space weather activities”.
The 7th Inaugural Lecturer later identified some of the threats of space weather to mankind which include, radio wave disturbance, oil pipeline leakages due to earth currents, disruption of navigation systems, solar cell damage, computer and memory upsets and failures, safety threat to astronauts in space and plasma bubble appearances. Others are electricity grid disruption, citing the recent national power grid collapse (widespread power outage for several hours experienced in many cities in Nigeria on March 15, 2022) as an example, telecommunication cable disruption, airline passengers threat to radiation and polar cap absorption.
Also, Professor Adebesin listed increase in rate of leukemia and other forms of cancer, high blood pressure, strokes and cerebrovascular insufficiency, intense depression and suicides and cardiovascular fluctuations as some of the indirect adverse of geomagnetic field variations accompanied by an increased level of cosmic ray activity on human health and physiology.
The Inaugural Lecturer thereafter recognized some of the resources entrenched in space weather yet to be duly utilized in the African continent. “Space-based technology is of value to farmers, agronomists, food manufacturers and agricultural policymakers who wish to simultaneously enhance their production and profitability (with respect to precision agriculture through the use of GPS)”. He therefore stated that space weather monitoring is of importance to man and his environment, in mitigating its effects.
In his recommendations, Professor Adebesin urged the government to put in place effective legislation that will mandate relevant industries to support scientific research in their field of operational domain, as a means of University-Industry Linkage Partnership efforts at enhancing technological developments, encourage private sectors to partner in satellite transport services with the government and consider introducing space physics as a new undergraduate programme in Nigeria among others.
Earlier, Landmark University Board of Regents Secretary, Pastor Frederick Aghahuwa on behalf of the Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo and the Pro-Chancellor, Pastor (Mrs.) Faith Oyedepo appreciated the guests for being part of the epoch-making event while congratulating the Inaugural Lecturer and the entire University Community for the feat attained.
The acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charity Aremu in her remarks noted the tripodal mandate of the university which are teaching (students learning), research and in the long run, making impact. According to her, the result (impact) has shown in the University as Landmark becomes “the World Class University’’ as recently ranked by the Times Higher Education Ranking in the world. “We, as a University, are passionate and intentional in actualizing the vision mandate. This is as a result of the contributions of the professorate who are researching and birthing new knowledge and inventions. Relating this new knowledge and products to the world with the aim of advancing the global heritage of the citizenry, requires a communication channel”, she added.
The Registrar, Miss Adefunke Fola Oyinloye in her welcome remark congratulated the Inaugural Lecturer for the feat noting the aptness of the lecture to the development of the nation at this period. She thereafter urged those present online and onsite to listen to the lecture with rapt attention and open mind.
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Professor Babatunde Adebesin delivering the 7th Inaugural Lecture
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Professor Adebesin standing while his citation was being read
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The Inaugural Lecturer, Professor Babatunde Adebesin leading the procession
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The University Secretary leading the entire University Senate out of the Multipurpose Hall
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The Inaugural Lecturer, Professor Adebesin flanked by the acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charity Aremu ( R ) and Registrar, Miss Adefunke Fola Oyin
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The group photograph
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Cross Session of Members of the Senate at the 7th Inaugural Lecture
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Wife and Children of the 7th Inaugural Lecturer, The Adebesins
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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
