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Gbajabiamila expresses sadness over death of Prof. Mabogunje
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, on Saturday expressed sadness over the death Prof. Akin Mabogunje, saying it is a sad development.
Gbajabiamila, in a statement on Saturday noted that Prof. Mabogunje, the first African President of the International Geographical Union, was one Nigerian that lived an exemplary life.
According to the Speaker, “during his lifetime, Prof. Mabogunje symbolized diligence, hard work and patriotism, noting that he would be sorely missed.”
Gbajabiamila emphasised that Prof. Mabogunje’s invaluable contributions to the growth and development of geography as a field of study was not just in Nigeria but also the world over.
He sent heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Professor of Geography, praying to God to grant Prof. Mabogunje a peaceful resting place.
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