Ikime, the author of many history books passed away in
Ibadan on Tuesday.
His demise was made public through one of his friends A.M.
Akpeiyi.
According to him, “I am deeply saddened to announce that my
mentor, my Head of House and Head of School, internationally renowned
Historian, Prof. (Venerable) OBARO IKIME (GCU 1950 SEPTEMBER SET) transited
today to glory at about 05: 30pm in Ibadan.
“He is survived by his beloved wife of some 60 years,
HANNAH, and his sons, MAZINO, MAINO and daughter, MAJIRO. May his soul RIPP”.
Also, the former Deputy Vice-chancellor, University of
Ibadan Professor Adigun Agbaje has expressed shock on his demise.
He said, ‘I just got to know that Prof Obaro Ikime, foremost
Historian and distinguished member of the Ibadan School of History, passed on
yesterday evening at Ibadan.
“May his noble and blessed soul rest. He was my History
teacher at the University of Ibadan 1976-77: an exciting, vibrant,
knowledgeable, master of his art, approachable and humane. Nigeria finds it
difficult to handle excellence and tends to celebrate ignorance and arrogance.
“Unsurprisingly, Nigeria happened to him at the apex of his
distinguished and productive life. Thanks to God that although he was scarred
by that encounter, he was never bowed. Adieu, my wonderful teacher. May you
truly rest. You deserve it.”
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