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LANDMARK HOLDS 6TH INAUGURAL LECTURE
Government and Stakeholders in the Agricultural sector have been urged to develop practicable policies that would enhance food sufficiency through crop production in order to avert looming hunger in the country. The Dean College of Postgraduate Studies, Professor Charity Aremu while delivering Landmark University’s 6th inaugural lecture on Thursday 18th March 2021 stated the need to urgently engage in crop production to address the incessant food crisis which, according to her, may deteriorate due to increase in the nation’s population. The 6th Inaugural Lecture series presented by Professor Charity Aremu, a crop improvement specialist was titled “Crisscrossing Crop and Environment: the Resounding Cymbals for Innovations and Food Sustainability.
“The value of agriculture is not complete until the crop production component is included. Unfortunately, the country has not improved on her crop production, from 2005 there is no significant improvement in production rate but there is significant difference in the population rate”, she asserted. Professor Aremu added that everything in life draws strength from food which comes from intentional and discretional crop production efforts. She declared that since all humans must eat, food security through crop production is a must.
The concept of food security according to her includes food availability, food accessibility, affordability, food utilization and food sustainability. “Food security is the ability of Nigeria state to assure a timely, reliable and nutritionally adequate long term food production system with both physical and economic access route through crop management strategies”, she professed. The 6th Inaugural lecturer enlightened the audience on legume crop improvement, particularly agro-ecology environment interaction affecting yield, nutrient quality and stability of performance, identified Objectives, Hybridization, Selection Procedure and Multi-locational trial as the phases of plant breeding that must be practiced concurrently.
Although, global water crisis, land degradation and climate change according to Professor Charity Aremu remain some of the major challenges hindering achievement of food security, palpable investment and involvement in agriculture through crop production by all and sundry would succinctly ameliorate such challenges.
Professor Aremu in her lecture summarily projected a twenty six point recommendation outline for the government, academic bodies, agricultural stakeholders and individuals on ways to promote crop production and attain food sufficiency. She urged government to develop practicable policies, create a center for Biodiversity Resource, identify and engage agricultural mandate institutions and provide infrastructures. Her recommendations to other stakeholders include: intensifying efforts on tuber crop research and production, promote and drive synergy in research and visibility towards student’s subscription, embracing digital financial transaction on all agricultural produce sales and encouraging community farming system among others.
Earlier in his remarks, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju who represented the Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo at the 6th inaugural lecture stated that a University is recognized worldwide as a citadel of learning, structured to proffer solutions to societal challenges thereby adding value to humanity through teaching, research and community impact. Professor Olayanju made known the commitment of Landmark University to upholding functional capacity of her context by driving solution to societal challenges which has given platform for the inaugural lecture. The Registrar, Miss Fola Oyinloye in her welcome remark described the inaugural lecturer as a perfectionist who delivers her duties and assignments with all diligence.
Professor Charity Onye Aremu, the 6th inaugural lecturer is the Dean School of Postgraduate Studies, a research scholar with more than seventy articles in international and local journals. She is a reviewer to institutional based journals across Nigeria. She has also served excellently at different academic and administrative positions and committees in Landmark University. Professor Charity Aremu is the first female Faculty to deliver an inaugural lecture in Landmark University.
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The 6th inaugural lecturer, Professor Charity Onye Aremu standing while her citation was been read
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju delivering his remarks at the 6th inaugural lecture
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The Registrar, Miss Fola Oyinloye while delivering her welcome remark at the 6th inaugural lecture
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Professor Charity Onye Aremu delivering the 6th inaugural lecture
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Deans of the Colleges, L-R Professor Olasunkanmi Bamiro DCAS, Professor Adebiyi DCPAS, Professor Makanjuola Oki DCOE, Dr. Festus Asamu DCBS
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6th Inaugural Lecture Procession
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Family and Friends of the inaugural lecturer at the 6th inaugural lecture
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Cross Section of Guests at the 6th inaugural lecture
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Cross Section of Senate Members With the 6th Inaugural Lecturer
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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
