The Chairman of the Moshood Abiola Polytechnic Alumni Association, Lagos Chapter, Mr Gafar Odubote, has honoured the memory of the late Mr Taiwo Otunba, esteemed former Head of the Mass Communication Department.
Mr Odubote described Mr Taiwo Otunba as “a distinguished linguist and communication scholar, visionary thinker, and a highly revered lecturer among lecturers. His immense contribution to education and his dedicated mentorship of countless professionals who graduated from Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, formerly Ogun State Polytechnic, Abeokuta, will remain cherished.”
Reflecting further, Mr Odubote remarked, “We fondly remember his captivating lectures, marked by his articulate renditions, scholarly presentations, his distinct American accent, and the masterful eloquence with which he delivered topics on writing for the mass media.”
Commenting on the late scholar’s enduring legacy, the past National President of the Alumni Association, Mr Olalekan, stated, “The remarkable influence of Mr Taiwo Otunba is evident in our pursuit of impartial journalism, balanced media reporting, and unwavering professionalism. His guidance has profoundly shaped our careers and values.”
Adding his views, Mr Otun remarked, “The late Mr Taiwo Otunba will be sorely missed by the Muslim community, his neighbours—including the former President Olusegun Obasanjo—at Ita-Eko, Abeokuta, where he stood as both a community leader and an extraordinary intellectual.”
Mr Taiwo Otunba served with distinction as the Head of the Mass Communication Department at Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta, dedicating over three decades of his life to lecturing and shaping the minds of future professionals.
His burial will take place in accordance with Islamic rites on Friday, 11th April 2025, at 2:30 PM, at Oloomore Muslim Cemetery, Abeokuta.
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