Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunde-Bello,Vice-Chancellor, Lagos State University (LASU), said that the late Prof. Olayiwola Oso contributed to the largely progressive movement and healthy development of education in Nigeria.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Olatunji-Bello, represented by Prof. Adenike Boyo, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), said this at a Day of Tributes organised for the late professor by the Faculty of Communications and Media Studies, LASU, in Lagos.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
She said that he was a very great man who effortlessly demonstrated common sense in all his affairs, a respected Pan-Nigerian and formidable comrade of his immediate community.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Prof. Lai Oso<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u201cWe recognise Oso\u2019s large heartedness and legacy. We also praise his generosity of spirit and magnanimous nature.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u201cDuring his lifetime, he contributed hugely as a member of Senate. He excelled as a past Dean of the Faculty of Communication and Media Studies.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u201cHowever, I consider him a fine Nigerian Philosopher of Education, an administrator, a friend, for all who welcomed him.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u201cHe was an inspiration to a new generation of researchers, and above all, a brilliant man who selflessly gave his all to the service of the university,\u201d Olatunji-Bello said.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
She said that they were consoled by the fact that he lived a good life and touched as many lives as he could.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u201cWe hope that his family and close friends will be consoled by the great memories he has left behind.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u201cFinally, on behalf of the university governing council and senate, I commiserate with the immediate family, particularly his amiable wife and children, staff, students and associates on the demise of a prominent member of LASU,\u201d Olatunji-Bello said.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Prof. Sunday Alawode, Dean, Faculty of Communication and Media Studies, described Oso as \u201cthe legend of our time, lifter of careers, teacher of teachers and professor of professors\u201d.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Alawode said that he gave up himself in the service of humanity.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Prof. Rotimi Olatunji, former Dean, Faculty of Communication and Media Studies, said that this was a collective loss but more importantly a personal loss to him and his family.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Olatunji said he was a big brother, friend, counselor, boss, prayers partner and most of all a mentor.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are proud of his legacies and we should sustain the good memories,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Mr Adeleye Ajayi, Chairman, Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Lagos Chapter, said that Oso\u2019s death was a colossal loss because he built many people positively.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Ajayi said that they had close relationship right from being his senior in secondary school and later as his lecturer.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u201cI know his legacy lives on,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Prof. Umaru Pate, President, Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria (ACSPN), said that the combined qualities endeared Oso to the younger generation of media and communication scholars .<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Pate, also the Vice-Chancellor, Federal University, Kashere, Gombe, said that professionals constantly sought his support and mentorship.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u201cOso held the firm conviction that the meeting of the gown and town will benefit mass communication and media fields for the maximum impacts of both professions on democracy and development.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u201cHe pursued this conviction relentlessly and his death is a collective loss,\u201dhe said.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Some education and media institutions were also present to pay their tributes.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
They include Channels Group, Nigeria Institute of Public Relations, Lagos State University of Science and Technology, Yaba College of Technology and Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the late Prof. Oso, born on Oct. 19, 1955, made his mark in the field of communication and media studies before his exit from the world in June.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
He was a major pillar in Nigeria\u2019s premier school of communication in LASU, now known as Faculty of Communication and Media Studies, and became a Professor of Mass Communication in 2011 at the university.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Oso died in a car accident that occurred on June 24, 2023 when he was returning from Delta State University, Abraka, where he had gone to examine some masters and PHD students.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Source: News Agency of Nigeria<\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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