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LANDMARK TAKES DELIVERY OF FACILITIES FOR TETFUND SPONSORED FUNAAB COLLABORATIVE GUINEA FOWL DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
Landmark University, on Wednesday 9th September 2020, has again set a milestone in her collaboration with the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) as Management of Landmark University led by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju took delivery of facilities as a collaborator on the Tetfund-sponsored project titled “Genetic Improvement of Guinea Fowl for High Meat and Egg Production in Nigeria”. The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta being the domicile of the grant, delivered a 1056 capacity egg incubator, 3 KVA generator and a candler to the University to facilitate the research. According to Dr Matthew Wheto, representing the Principal Investigator, FUNAAB, Professor Tumininu Adebambo, the facilities become the property of Landmark University after the completion of the project.
Receiving the items, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju, expressed joy over the high-impact results emanating from the relationship between the two Universities in line with their common vision of agricultural development. Like the TETFUND Guinea fowl project grant, Professor Olayanju noted that Landmark has also collaborated with FUNAAB in the recently concluded CAVA II project under the Cordination of Professor Kola Adebayo with an unprecedented cassava yield milestone in the Landmark University context. While assuring FUNAAB of Landmark’s unwavering commitment to this new project considering the passion and dedication of the Landmark’s co-Principal Investigator, Dr Ayo Shoyombo and the team members, Professor Olayanju appreciated the Vice-Chancellor, FUNAAB, Professor Kolawole Salako for facilitating a robust collaboration between the two Universities towards advancing the frontiers of agricultural development in Nigeria.
Further expressing assurance of a remarkable collaboration between the Universities, the Registrar, Landmark University, Miss Fola Oyinloye, in her welcome address earlier, had noted that the collaboration will set the pace for another level of research in animal production considering the unlimited usefulness of the facilities as there is no doubt that Landmark will put the facilities to good use.
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju (Middle) flanked by the Registrar, Miss Fola Oyinloye (3rd L); the Chair, TRF, Dr. Kehinde Adegbite (2
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The 1056 capacity egg incubator delivered to Landmark University for the Guinea Fowl production
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The 1056 capacity egg incubator delivered to Landmark University for the Guinea Fowl production
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The candler delivered to Landmark University for the Guinea Fowl production
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The candler delivered to Landmark University for the Guinea Fowl production
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The 3 KVA generator delivered to Landmark University for the Guinea Fowl production
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Members of the faculty and staff of the Teaching and Research Farm with the FUNAAB representative flanking the project signpost
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At the guinea fowl pen
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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
