Nigeria Professor who learnt 19 vocation dies in road crash

By: Editor 

A former aide of the Governor of Ogun State, Professor Joseph Odemuyiwa, who was a Nigerian professor who learnt no fewer than 19 vocations from roadside artisans and vocational centres during his life time, has died at in an auto crash along the Ibadan-Abeokuta road on Tuesday morning.

Odemuyiwa, who was a Professor of Business Education, was also the immediate Senior Special Adviser to Prince Dapo Abiodun on Vocational and Technical Education.

Prof. Odemuyiwa was also the immediate past President of Workplace Educators and Managers Association of Nigeria(WEMAN) before his untimely death of Tuesday morning.

Governor Abiodun has described the death of the deceased as a great loss to the state and its education sector.

Abiodun, in a condolence message, described the passing of Prof. Odemuyiwa as tragic and sad, adding that his death is a great loss to the state, his family, and the education sector.

He said the erstwhile special adviser was a team player who contributed immensely to the successes recorded by his administration in vocational and technical education during his first term in office.

“Prof. Odemuyiwa’s legacy as an educator and advocate will always be remembered and cherished.

“He was a highly respected individual who made significant contributions to the success of our administration in vocational and technical education.

“His sudden departure leaves a void that will be felt by many and will be sorely missed by all,” the Governor said. 

Prince Dapo Abiodun therefore expressed his condolences to the family of the deceased, praying for the repose of his soul.

“Please, accept my deepest condolences during this difficult time. May his soul rest in peace,” the governor added.

The late professor will be missed and remembered for his passion for business education and unquenchable thirst for acquisition of practical skills and technical know-how.