By Chris Udochukwu
Abuja (Precise Post) – Former President Goodluck Jonathan has eulogised late Prof. Emeritus Samuel N Okiwelu, saying his legacy in the Department of Animal & Environmental Biology is evident in the quality of solution-oriented scientific research he spearheaded.
Jonathan stated this during the Special Convocation and Service of Songs in honour of Prof. Emeritus Samuel N Okiwelu at the University of Port Harcourt on Wednesday.
Disclosed this on his facebook page, the former president described the Prof. Emeritus as a consummate teacher who stood out, in his undergraduate days, as a great mentor, impactful counsellor and moulder of character.
Jonathan prayed God to grant his soul eternal rest and comfort his family members and all others whose lives he positively touched with his exemplary scholarship and guidance.
Jonathan on his Facebook page wrote:
“Today I attended the Special Convocation and Service of Songs in honour of Prof. Emeritus Samuel N Okiwelu at the University of Port Harcourt.
“Professor Okiwelu was a consummate teacher who stood out, in my undergraduate days, as a great mentor, impactful counsellor and moulder of character.
“His legacy in the Department of Animal & Environmental Biology, where he held sway, is evident in the quality of solution-oriented scientific research he spearheaded, which today constitute an important segment of the University’s rich body of knowledge.
“May God grant his soul eternal rest and comfort his family members and all others whose lives he positively touched with his exemplary scholarship and guidance.
- GEJ
