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LANDMARK 6TH CONVOCATION LECTURE
Professor Michael Faborode, the Immediate Past Secretary of Committee of Vice Chancellors (CVC) and a former Vice-Chancellor of Obafemi Awolowo University, on Thursday 11th July 2019 opined that the youths hold the key towards attaining the desired transformation in the nation’s agriculture sector.
The professor of Agricultural and Environmental Engineering made the assertion while delivering the 6th Convocation Lecture of Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara. He spoke on the subject: “Sustainable Agricultural Mechanisation, Livestock Transformation and Post-Harvest Revolution – The Landmark Frontiers”.
Professor Faborode stated that the much desired transformation in agriculture sector must be technologically driven in order to achieve the desired high production, curb wastages, thereby improving yield and attaining high income. He described the present Nigeria youths as technologically savvy, saying such is an essential criterion to transform the future of agriculture positively.
According to him, the time is right for Africa and particularly Nigeria to fully leverage the mobile platform to harness its digital innovations to achieve its agriculture potentials through efficient use of resources.
“In doing this, our youths are critical components in bringing their technical expertise to bare in achieving the desired results,” he said.
Professor Faborode praised the management of the Institution for leading the way toward making agriculture a very attractive venture for the youths as a career, business and vocation.
“Satellite provides accurate climate data, devices like smart phones, or cutting-edge innovations like block chain. Digital technology would be the game-changer in boosting agricultural productivity and building resilience in a sustainable way.
“In x-raying the key challenges of African agriculture, much still need to be done in bringing back our youths to the farm, not the old farms, but dynamic youth-friendly value chain.
“It is then clear that, in Landmark University, we have found a model of system of training that works for the army of knowledge workers that will drive and deliver the vision,” he said.
Professor Faborode affirmed that the controversies surrounding the Federal Government’s Rural Grazing Area (RUGA) initiative would not have occurred if the project was genuinely made to cover all aspects of livestock farming and not to resolve crisis over a particular segment.
The Chancellor, Landmark University, Dr David Oyedepo in his remarks, while going through the various mechanically automated technologies exhibited by the University Community, expressed optimism that the Institution’s recent research breakthroughs would assist peasant farmers in restoring their dignities.
“The one reason for setting up this is to ensure effective agricultural practice at grassroots and the ultimate is to provide the needed support to farmers to go from peasant farming to commercial farming as a way of increasing production, harvest and farmers’ income.
“Every aspect of agriculture is profitable to human existence and the students we have raised are to practice agriculture. Our custom-built programme, diploma in agripreneuship, puts agriculture in every graduate of Landmark,” he said.
Professor Adeniyi Olayanju, the Institution’s Vice-Chancellor, on his part, urged the graduating students to be good ambassadors of the Institution, both in their future academic pursuit and social endeavours.
In his goodwill message, Professor Segun Awonusi, who led a team of the Nigeria University Commission (NUC) on universities’ administration verification to the Institution, praised the University for being at the vanguard of promoting agriculture as a vital tool to curb poverty, hunger and unemployment.
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Professor Michael Faborode delivering the 6th Convocation Lecture titled, Sustainable Agricultural Mechanisation, Livestock Transformation and Post-H
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The Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo speaking on the agrarian vision of the University at the 6th Convocation exhibition
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The Registrar, Dr James Ndako giving his remarks at the 6th Convocation Lecture
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Professor Segun Awonusi, team lead of the Nigeria University Commission (NUC) on universities administration verification to the University, giving h
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Engr Olusola Ogunjirin, the NIAE Kwara State Chairman, giving his goodwill message at the 6th Convocation Lecture
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju presenting the Universitys gift to the 6th Convocation Lecturer, Professor Mike Faborode
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The Chancellor, Dr David Oyedepo, cutting the tape to declare the 6th Universitys Convocation Exhibition Opened
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Group photograph of the Chancellor of Landmark University, Dr David Oyedepo, Members of the Board of Regents, The Convocation Lecturer, Management and
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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
