The Vice Chancellor of Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye, Prof Ayodeji Agboola, has expressed sadness over the demise of three students of the institution in a lone accident.
Three students of the university, Nifesimi Dada (300-level, geology), Opeyemi Joshua (200-level, taxation) and Ogooluwa Daniel (200-level, mass communication) died on Friday in the accident that occurred on Ilisan-Ago-Iwoye road, Ogun State.
Agboola, in a statement on Saturday by Dr Wale Balogun of the Corporate Affairs Division of the university, said the institution was sad over the loss of the students.
He stated that the university was working with relevant authorities to provide support and assistance to the affected families. Agboola said, “The loss of precious lives is always devastating, and it is especially heartbreaking when it happens unexpectedly and under such tragic circumstances. “Our university community is still reeling from the shock of this incident, and we pray for the peaceful repose of the souls of the departed,” he stated.
Eno mourns demise of former A’Ibom military Governor, Abbe,
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has described the passing of Retired Major General Godwin Abbe, the second Military Governor of the State, as a sad and painful loss to the state and the nation.
In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Ekerete Udoh, and made available to journalists on Sunday, Governor Eno expressed the state’s deepest condolences to the family of the late military leader, the Nigerian Armed Forces, and the people and Government of Edo State.
Governor Eno highlighted General Abbe’s pivotal role in laying the foundation for the state’s growth and development during his tenure.
“The late former Military Governor helped lay the foundation of an ascendant Akwa Ibom State, where the dreams of our founding fathers for a prosperous, united, and peaceful state would become a reality.”
He acknowledged that the late Abbe’s leadership exemplified selflessness, passion, and dedication, setting a standard that successive leaders have strived to uphold.
“Today, because he interpreted those ideals perfectly, our state has experienced exponential growth across all sectors. We remain dedicated to continuing and expanding on the path of peace, progress, and development he championed.”
Governor Eno extended heartfelt sympathies to all those affected by the loss, stating: “We offer our deepest condolences to the family, the Nigerian Armed Forces, and the people and Government of Edo State on the sad and painful passing of this gallant and patriotic Nigerian military tactician and statesman.”
The governor assured that the Akwa Ibom State Government would collaborate with the family and the Nigerian Army to ensure that General Abbe receives a befitting funeral.
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