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LMU SEEKS WASTE TO WEALTH INITIATIVES FOR ELECTRICITY AND REVENUE GENERATION
Waste generation among humans is a daily affair and its management has become a recurrent challenge. Today nations of the world are faced with the challenge of making the industrial economy more like the biosphere, to save energy, reduce waste and pollution, most importantly reduce costs of production. Looking at this dichotomies holistically, the Management led by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adeniyi Olayanju has sort the partnership of Doligeri Biosystem Limited on Waste to Wealth Initiatives for Environmental Sustainability, Electricity Generation and Massive Internal Revenues Generation (IGR).
Professor Adeniyi Olayanju while receiving the CEO of Doligeri Biosystem Limited, Mr. Olalekan Dolapo noted that Landmark University Management is tenacious in tackling the challenge of power on campus, looking at the huge amount expended on electricity consumption each month. He described the trend as worrisome which calls for urgent review and prompt solution in respect to power generation alternatives with minimal cost implication. “As a team of responsible stewards, we are poised to cut overhead cost of our operations and boost our internally Generated Revenue capacity. We have tinkered with solar energy technology in some quarters and improved on our internal control mechanism to achieve our laudable objectives.”
He further averred that waste conversion, be it liquid or solid to wealth is most desirable in such time as this, more so in an agrarian and academic setting like Landmark University, where agricultural and domestic waste abound. Concerning the readiness of the University to engage in this meaningful enterprise, Professor Olayanju said that the intellectual architecture of the Institution is receptive to partnership with industry for knowledge exchange that will yield better results for the good of the society at large. “Although we are used to utilizing wastes from our Farms as manure and fertilizer to enhance productivity and cut cost to a certain level. We are curious to access the next level by exploring biogas technology on account of its far-reaching benefit and our resolve to proffer solutions to indigenous challenges, as we strive to continuously align with the global trend in driving sustainable development.”
During his presentation on Waste to Wealth Initiatives for Environmental Sustainability, Electricity Generation and Massive Internal Revenues Generation, the CEO of Doligeri Biosystem Limited, Mr. Olalekan Dolapo noted that his organization has made some interventions in waste management with a view of generating income from the process, or using the intervention to save money that would hitherto be spent on energy or soil nourishment. Some laudable initiatives of organization include domestic digesters for home use and homestead poultry farms, root sewage treatment for nontoxic liquid farm and home wastes, commercial and industrial digesters for large scale waste processing, with Crown feeds and Hatcheries, Issele Ukwu Junction, Delta State (250KVA) and Premium Poultry Farms, Abuja, generating 350kva from our organic biogas plant. “The most profitable way of cleaning waste water, especially agricultural and domestic waste, is to use it to grow vegetables, in a soilless environment, while the roots of the crops clean and oxygenates the water for onward transfer back to the pond, or house. The vegetables sales will be the extra money earner for the process it eliminates the use of fertilizers, and reduces, if not eliminate, the rate of change of water from the ponds.”
He added that, although Landmark University has one of the most robust waste collection and disposal systems in the country, the problem of effective management of degenerative organic waste should be addressed to accommodate the new initiative his organization is bringing on board to the institution.
This initiative would enhance sustainability whereby increasing internally generated revenue and cost recovery on energy will occur. The most realistic solution to sustainable environmental development in the country is to ensure that our resources including waste which offer the most environmental and economic gain without compromising the ability of future generations are optimally utilized.
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The Vice Chancellor Professor Adeniyi Olayanju presenting University sourvenirs to the CEO of Doligeri Biosystem Limited Mr Olalekan Dolapo
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The CEO of Doligeri Biosystem Limited Mr Olalekan Dolapo in a group Photograph with Members of the University Management
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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
