On behalf of my family, I condole with the Edoumiekumo family, the academic community in Nigeria, management, staff, and students of the Niger Delta University, (NDU) Amassoma, Bayelsa State on the passing of the immediate past Vice Chancellor of the School, Professor Samuel Gowon Edoumiekumo.
Prof Edoumiekumo was a dedicated teacher, an outstanding academic, an astute administrator, and a visionary leader who impacted the lives of many within and outside the university community.
As a lecturer, Prof Edoumiekumowas a versatile teacher, with an unquenchable taste for research and knowledge; he had doctorate degrees in Monetary Economics and Development Economics; this passion and dedication saw him grow to the pinnacle of his career.
He served as Chairman, Committee of Vice Chancellors of Nigerian Universities and Chairman, Committee of Vice Chancellors of State Universities of Nigeria.
Prof Edoumiekumo will be remembered for his patriotism and contributions to knowledge and reforms in the education sector, particularly in the Niger Delta University.
He will be missed by many, especially his family, friends, and those in the academic community where he worked and made revolutionary strides.As he is laid to rest, please accept our heartfelt condolences and may God comfort you all. –
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