A former Vice Chancellor, University of Ibadan, Prof. Ayo Banjo, is dead.
Banjo, who just marked 90th year, was the sixth VC of the premier university, having served from 1984 to 1991.
As gathered, the Emeritus Professor died on Friday.
Meanwhile, a former VC of the University, Prof Idowu Olayinka, has mourned the passage of his former boss.
In a statement made available in Ibadan, Olayinka, who is the 12th VC of the university, said: “Adieu Professor Ayo Banjo, 1934 to 2024.
“I have just learned of the transition of Professor Emeritus Ladipo Ayo Banjo, the longest serving Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan (1984 to 1991)”.
He said: “This is very sad news even at a ripe old age of 90 years. The end of a most glorious era. Rest in perfect peace, Baba. You will be sorely missed by all of us who knew you.
“Heartfelt condolences to his entire family and to all of us his mentees and academic children. We valued your wise counsel at all times.
“You were highly approachable. An icon. An eminent citizen of the world. The gift of UI to humanity.
“It hurts very deeply to start referring to you in the past tense. Nonetheless, we thank God for your life of selfless service and worthwhile legacies. Good night, sir”.