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40TH LUCRID WEBINAR ADVOCATES WAR AGAINST DRUG ADDICTION
Expert has described drug addiction in youth as a menace that must be urgently nipped in the bud, noting the rapid increase in the number of young people taking to drugs and its devastating effect on their physical and mental well-being. Dr. Leke Olaoye made this advocacy at the 40th LUCRID Webinar of Landmark University when he examined both the medical and spiritual implications of drug addiction. While defining drug addiction as a chronic brain disease that compels an individual to use a substance regardless of its negative consequences, Dr. Olaoye noted that the prevalence of 20-40% and 20.9% of drug abuse has been reported among students of secondary and tertiary institutions respectively. According to him, factors contributing to youth drug addiction include peer pressure, trauma, family history of substance abuse, and lack of parental guidance among others. He noted that drug addiction has numerous negative consequences, such as impaired cognitive development, academic decline, health problems, and social and emotional difficulties. He added that prevention efforts, education, early intervention, and access to treatment and support services are crucial in addressing youth drug addiction and promoting healthier lifestyles. In anticipation of a drug-free society, Dr Olaoye noted that preventing drug addiction is better than managing it, noting that it does not guarantee a complete recovery from its effects. He, therefore, called for concerted efforts of parents, teachers, institutions, and government amongst others towards preventing young people from drug addiction.
In her remarks, Vice-Chancellor Professor Charity Aremu had earlier lamented the devastating impact of drug addiction on the youth population, naming 35% as being affected. While emphasizing drug addiction's spiritual and medical implications, she said that drug does not only destroy the individual physically, but it also takes them to hell disguised as heaven because many people indulge in drug despite their awareness of the harmful effects. She tasked participants who were mostly staff and students of the University to do a self-examination in order to prevent addiction and abuse of any substance. She used the opportunity to reiterate the stand of the University on drug intake. She said Landmark University is at the vanguard of the war against drug addiction toward promoting a drug-free society. She expressed optimism that the webinar would be a catalyst for a change in the mindset of the young ones to resist drug intake.
While welcoming participants, the Registrar, Mr Olushola Oyinloye implored them to make the most of the webinar as it was apt in the effort of the University towards social reengineering of the youth.
The Director of the University-wide Courses, Dr Abimbola Oluyori who was the host, appreciated the management for their support and the participants for attending the life-changing webinar.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charity Aremu making her remarks at the 40th LUCRID Webinar
The Registrar, Mr Olushola Oyinloye welcomes participants to the 40th LUCRID Webinar
Dr Leke Olaoye speaking to the theme of the 40th LUCRID Webinar
The Director of the University-wide Courses, Dr Abimbola Oluyori appreciates the University management and participants
The Director of Landmark University Centre for Research Innovations and Discoveries, Dr Oluwasogo Dada giving the prologue of the 40th Webinar
Participants at the 40th Webinar
Participants at the 40th Webinar
ne of the participants asking questions during the 40th LUCRID Webinar
Mrs Anne Alaiyemola moderating the 40th LUCRID Webinar
Faculty and staff of the Directorate of University-wide Courses with Dr Olaoye, speaker at the 40th LUCRID Webinar
Faculty and staff of the Directorate of University-wide Courses and other participants with Dr Olaoye, speaker at the 40th LUCRID Webinar
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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
