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THANKSGIVING SERVICE WITH THE CHANCELLOR AS LMU TURNS SEVEN
Giving thanks has been described as a deliberate act of acknowledging God for His deeds and grace towards preserving, multiplying and perfecting God’s blessing on mankind. This assertion was made by the Chancellor Dr. David Oyedepo in a special thanksgiving service held to commemorate the 7th Founder’s Day of Landmark University on Friday 23rd March, 2018 at the University’s Multipurpose Hall.
Addressing the congregation, Dr. Oyedepo who ascribed all successes recorded in Landmark University over the past seven years to God, urged everyone to cultivate the habit of appreciation in all things in order to sustain Divine presence; a master key to unlimited breakthrough. Quoting the scriptures from Acts 12:21-23, Malachi 2:1-3 and Luke 17:12-19 among others, the Chancellor added that to make exploits, believers must always show gratitude. “To take the worker for granted is to be grounded; we must return the glory to God. Thanksgiving must not be assumed but intensely offered”, he said. Warning against disobedience to God’s command, Dr. Oyedepo admonished kings and queens to press for the mark of the high calling by ensuring they never depart from the ways of God in order to make most use of their youthful days; a period he described as passage to the high ways of opportunity. “Get connected to God, work with Him at all levels so as not to be a failure,” he enthused further.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju who acknowledged God as being faithful to the Institution in the last seven years made it known that LMU enters her 8th year with renewed commitment, passion and strength to further drive the agrarian mandate of the University. “For our past achievements are not enough. We must press on to higher grounds. As the University enters her 8th year, we envision greater ground breaking impact, scaling of higher heights, legible foot prints and landmark etchings in the global terrains of our time”, the Vice-Chancellor said.
Also speaking, the Director of the University Wide Courses (UWC), Dr. James Ndako who on behalf of the pioneer members of staff of the institution took the congregation down memory lane as he shared his experience as a privileged partaker of the opportunities in the University. He also thank God and the Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo for availing them the opportunity to share and be blessed of the vision of the University. Dr. Ndako said most of the pioneer members of staff have experienced all-round increase in the last seven years not only spiritually but also academically and in all spheres of their lives.
In furtherance of the celebration of God’s faithfulness, the President, Landmark University Alumni Association, Mr. Owolabi Akinyomade revealed that LMU graduates known as “Pathfinders” have been recording giant accomplishments especially in the area of agriprenuership irrespective of their disciplines, the feat he said is achieved through the impact LMU had on them. Fulfilling the scripture of Jeremiah 30:19 [And out of them shall proceed thanksgiving and the voice of them that make merry: and I will multiply them, and they shall not be few; I will also glorify them, and they shall not be small. He shows how the people will with praise and thanksgiving acknowledge this blessing], the Chancellor poured out God’s blessing upon the University community to further enjoy Divine presence in the new year of New Dawn.
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The Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo delivering the 7th Founder
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The Vice President Education, Pastor (Mrs.) Faith Oyedepo Taking the Bible Reading for the Service for the 7th Founders Day Thanksgiving Service
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The Secretary, Board of Regents, Barr. Temidayo Eseyin the Prayer of thanking to God
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A Cross of Members, Board of Regents of Landmark University during the Service
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju while giving his welcome speech at the special Thanksgiving Service
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Dr. James Ndako the Director UWC, one of the pioneer members of staff sharing his testimony
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>President, Landmark University Alumni Association, Owolabi Akinyomade speaking from the Alumni base during the event
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The Chairman Landmark University Students Council (LUSC), King Bob-Manuel during the service
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>A Cross of Members of Landmark Universitys Community during the 7th Founders Day Thanksgiving Service
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CHANCELLOR CHARGES STUDENTS ON TIME MANAGEMENT AS THEY EMBARK ON HOLIDAYS
The Chancellor, Dr David Oyedepo has enthused students of Landmark University to spend the 2023/2024 Omega semester holiday wisely. He gave the admonition during the 2023/2024 Omega semester Closing assembly organized by the management on Friday, July 19, 2024.
During his address, the Chancellor, Dr. David Oyedepo, underscored the importance of time management, emphasizing that while everyone possesses the same 24 hours, the difference lies in how it is utilized. He attributed the challenges faced by many youths to unproductive time management and urged the students to embrace every vacation as an opportunity for personal growth.
“This is your era of preparation for future success,” Dr. Oyedepo asserted. “Fill your time with productive engagements.” He also commended the faculty and staff for their dedication to mentoring and impacting the lives of the students. He, therefore, declared God’s blessing upon the University community.
The closing assembly also featured inspiring addresses from key university officials, with a strong emphasis on time management and personal development. Earlier in the assembly, the Secretary to the Board of Regents, Pastor (Dr) Daniel Rotimi highlighted the significance of gratitude, urging the university community to thank God for all the achievements during the 2023/2024 academic year. Drawing inspiration from 1 Peter 2:9, he reminded the students of their identity as children of God and encouraged them to embrace their status as kings and queens. He also extended appreciation to the proprietors and the Board of Regents for their unwavering commitment to the university’s development.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kolawole Ajanaku, represented by his Deputy, Professor John Ojediran, congratulated the students on successfully completing the Omega semester, marking the end of the academic session. He recapped notable events of the year, including the university's impressive position in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, student development activities like TEDx, the Legacy Conference of LMU student leaders, the Chancellor’s Cup, and the career fair among others. He also highlighted awards received by both staff and students, strategic collaborations to advance the university's vision, and the promotion of academic staff. While looking ahead, he outlined events to conclude the session most especially the "Towards a Total Graduate"—a custom course for the graduating class. He advised non-graduating students embarking on holidays to maximize their time by engaging in productive activities. In his closing remarks, the Vice-Chancellor thanked the management, staff, and students for their contributions to Landmark University's success during the academic year. While wishing the students a safe journey to their various homes, the Vice-Chancellor reaffirmed the University’s continuous commitment to holistic student development and academic excellence.
The Dean, the College of Pure and Applied Sciences, Professor Ayodele Adebiyi gave his goodwill message on behalf of other college deans, bidding their students a safe journey home.
In the course of the event, the 2024/2025 Landmark University Student Council members were unveiled by the Dean of Students Affairs, Dr Abimbola Oluyori. The Chaplain blessed them, commissioning them for the task ahead in the coming academic year.
The Chancellor, Dr David Oyedepo during the 2023/2024 closing assembly
The Secretary to the Board of Regents, Pastor (Dr) Daniel Rotimi speaking during the 2023/2024 closing assembly
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor John Ojediran, delivering the Vice-Chancellor’s remarks during the 2023/2024 closing assembly
A cross-section of students during the 2023/2024 closing assembly
A cross-section of members of management, professorate, staff, and students during the 2023/2024 closing assembly
The Dean, the College of Pure and Applied Sciences, Professor Ayodele Adebiyi giving goodwill on behalf of other college deans during the 2023/2024 closing assembly
The Dean of Students, Dr Abimbola Oluyori presenting the 2024/2025 LUSC members during the 2023/2024 closing assembly
The Chaplain, Pastor Abraham John-Oze praying for the 2024/2025 student leaders as they were unveiled during the closing assembly.
