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LANDMARK ORGANIZES TOWN AND GOWN CONSORTIUM
In furtherance to her commitment to driving community impact as part of her tripodal mandate, Landmark University organized on Tuesday 19th July 2022 a town-gown consortium tagged “Cinematherapy and Use of Library: A Town and Gown Consortium against the Menace of ‘Palasa’”, to address the menace of lackadaisical disposition to use of library, dwindling interest in education and patronage of quackery among the youths in the society, in order to enlighten and reposition them for attainment of their potentials in the community.
The event which was held at the Omu-Aran Community SDG facility was graced by the Royal father, some Community group leaders, academics, secondary school teachers, secondary school students and indigenes of the Omu-Aran Community.
The event under the auspices of SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) group in collaboration with the University Center for Learning Resources (CLR) is aimed at further informing Omu-Aran Community on the danger of quackery, disinterest in reading and use of library. With optimism that participants would appreciate the enlightenment and spread the information within and outside the community, different speakers urged the participants to always insist on standards especially in the education sector, noting the essence of education in nation building.
Making his remarks, the Olomu of Omu-Aran, His Royal Majesty Oba Abdulraheem Adeoti called on teachers and students to work on improving the standard of education, asserting that while the challenge of substandard is cyclical in nature, more can still be done by the public and private institutions to salvage the situation. “We need to be sure we are achieving value. Make yourself valuable no matter your level and ensure you sustain the good work you are doing”, His Royal Majesty enthused. Oba Abdulraheem, thereafter, lauded the initiative of Landmark University to impact the community as he encouraged the institution to organize more value-adding programmes frequently.
The Vice-Chancellor of Landmark University, Professor Charity Aremu who had earlier addressed the gathering noted that the event is about the passion for the vision of the University so that students can be bridge builders, destiny moulders and pathfinders. In her speech, Professor Charity Aremu advised participants to embrace self-learning in order to identify areas of gap. She added that there is hope and that through such programmes the menace of “palasa” will be a thing of the past. According to her, the rudiments of learning will speak on the quality of the generation we breed as a nation. She, therefore, encouraged the teachers to embrace teaching their students the acts of learning by reading. The Vice-Chancellor also advised the students to engage in reading in order to get to the top. “The principles of engagement get you to greater heights, therefore, study to advance because it is our vision to eradicate “palasa” in Omu-Aran”.
Also in her remarks, the Registrar Miss Adefunke Fola Oyinloye, who condemned the level of moral decadence in the society, stated that there must be an end to quackery and immorality while hoping that with the town and gown consortium students, teachers and other participants would have a clear understanding of the menace of palasa.
Also lending his voice, the President Omu-Aran Development Association (ODA) Rtd. General Abidoye, who expressed gratitude to the University for organizing such an impactful programme, noted that his association jumped at the initiative because of the importance they attached to the development of education in Omu-Aran.
In his presentation titled, “Cinematherapy suppressing the menace of palasa”, Dr. Sola Owolabi of the Centre for Learning Resources Landmark University identified home factor, self-worth, reading habit, use of the library, value re-evaluation and equity as some panaceas to moral decadence and “palasa” in the nation. He, thereafter, concluded by urging all participants to be patriotic, avoid mediocrity and stay committed to making a positive impact. “We are enough for the change if we are focused; we are too few if we lack the will”, he noted.
The Leader of the SDG 11 group, Dr Oluwatobi Asani appreciated everyone for honouring the invitation of the University which was the greatest support for the campaign against the menace of mediocrity and to refocus the youth on the importance of quality education. The town and gown consortium organized by SDG 11 featured, cinematherapy, panel discussion and interactive session.
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The Olomu of Omu-Aran, His Royal Majesty Oba Abdulraheem Oladele Adeoti during his address
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charity Aremu while giving her remarks at the consortium
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The Registrar, Miss Adefunke Oyinloye during her opening remarks
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A cross-section of members of the Olomu-in-Council at the programme
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The President of the Omu-Aran Development Association (ODA) Rtd. General Abidoye during his address
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SDG 11 Group Leader, Dr Oluwatobi Asani welcoming participants to the event
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Dr Sola Owolabi while presenting on the Menace of Palasa
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Panel discussion session
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Members of the Landmark University community at the event
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A cross-section of participants
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Secondary School Teachers and Students paying rapt attention to the presentation, sitting with them is the Dean College of Agriculture Sciences, Dr. Y
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Cinematherapy Session (Short playlet educating the gathering on the menace of palasa)
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The management and staff of Landmark University with the students in a group photograph after the event
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A group photograph with the Olomu of Omu-Aran and His Council members
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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
