News Category: Obituary

Late Emeritus Professor Theophilus Oladipo Ogunlesi FAS on the 19th of January, 2023 at the age of 100. Ogunlesi was the first Professor of Medicine in Nigeria. He wrote the famous book “Medicine my Passport.’

Late Professor Alphonso Anusiem FAS on the 12th of January, 2023 at the age of 84. Anusiem was a Professor of Chemistry May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Late Professor Domingo Okorie FAS on the 6th of January, 2023 at the age of 81. Okorie was a Professor of Chemistry and a past Academic Secretary (Physical Sciences) for the Academy.   May his

Late Emeritus Professor Mosobalaje Oyawoye FAS, on the 22nd of May, 2023, at the age of 95 years. Oyawoye is the first African Professor of Geology and a Foundation Fellow of the Academy.   May

Late Emeritus Professor Nimi Dimka Briggs FAS, on the 10th of April, 2023, at the age of 79 years. Briggs was a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.   May his gentle soul rest in perfect