The Kwara state governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has described as a huge national loss, the death of Africa’s first Professor of Geology, Mosobalaje Olaloye Oyawoye (CON).
The governor described him as one of the greatest Nigerians of all times and a pride of the state.
In a condolence message Monday, the governor said the death of Africa’s first Professor of Geology is the end of a great era in academic accomplishments, dedication to community service, and statesmanship.
“My heartfelt condolences go to the Olofa of Offa, Oba Mufutau Gbadamosi Esuwoye II, the Olofa-In-Council, the Muslim community in Kwara state for whom he was the Baba Adini, and the Oyawoyes on this sad development,” he said.
