The University of Lagos (UNILAG), Akoka held a Special Senate session to honour its former Vice- Chancellor, Late Professor Jacob Ade-Ajayi, on Monday. Ade-Ajayi, a renowned historian, who was Vice- Chancellor of the University from 1972 to 1978 died on August 9, 2014 at the age of 85.
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The current Vice-Chancellor of the UNILAG, Prof. Rahamon Bello, who presided over the Special Senate meeting, noted that the demise of Ade- Ajayi had robbed the intellectual community of one of its best in African history.
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He described the late historian as "the architect of modern UNILAG", adding that his loss would be felt by all in the university.
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Prof. John Pepper Clark, while delivering his tribute, noted that it was Ade-Ajayi "who made the University to gain international recognition".
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Also, Professor of Chemical Engineering, Ayodele Ogunye, who recounted the personal relationship he had with Ade-Ajayi, described the deceased as a "mentor".
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Late Prof. Jacob Festus Ade Ajayi will be buried in his home town, Ikole-Ekiti on Friday September 19th, 2014.
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May his gentle soul Rest In Peace... Amen!