The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has expressed condolences to the management of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, and the family of former Vice-Chancellor, Professor Wale Omole, following his death.
The monarch described Omole’s passing as a major loss to the university, Nigeria’s academic community and the Yoruba race, citing his contributions to education, intellectual development and the preservation of Yoruba culture.
The Ooni’s condolence message was contained in a statement issued on Friday by Sodiq Lawal, Senior Media Officer at the Ooni’s Palace, on behalf of the Director of Media and Public Affairs, Otunba Moses Olafare.
Omole served as Vice-Chancellor of OAU between 1991 and 1999, a period during which he played a significant role in the institution’s administration and pursuit of academic excellence.
Beyond his work in university administration, the late professor was also recognised for his efforts towards promoting and preserving Yoruba culture and heritage.
The Ooni, who is the Co-Chairman of the National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria, extended his condolences to OAU Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adebayo Simeon Bamire, the Governing Council, Senate, management, staff, students and alumni of the university.
He also commiserated with Omole’s immediate family, friends, associates and loved ones, praying that Almighty Olodumare would grant them the strength to bear the loss.
The monarch said the former vice-chancellor’s contributions to scholarship, institutional development and Yoruba cultural identity would remain part of his enduring legacy. He also prayed for the peaceful repose of his soul.
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