The Vice Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. Wahab Olasupo Egbewole (SAN), has extended condolences to the management, staff, and students of Ahman Pategi University, Patigi, over the passing of its founder and Pro-Chancellor, Hon. Aliyu Bahago Ahman Pategi. The former lawmaker and esteemed educator passed away on Thursday at the age of 59.

In a statement released by the University's Director of Corporate Affairs, Mr. Kunle Akogun, Prof. Egbewole, who also serves as Chairman of the Consortium of Kwara Universities (KU8+), expressed deep sorrow over the loss, describing it as a profound shock and an irreplaceable void for Kwara State and the Nigerian higher education sector. Hon. Pategi’s contributions, particularly to the KU8+ Consortium, leave a lasting impact on the academic community.

Prof. Egbewole also commiserated with the Etsu Pategi, Alhaji Ibrahim Umar Bologi, and the entire people of Patigi Emirate on the death of an illustrious son and a shining light of the Emirate, saying that the late former federal law maker’s contributions to the promotion of education and advancement of his people’s general well-being would not be forgotten in a hurry.

The Vice Chancellor prayed Almighty Allah to overlook the shortcomings of the late politician, philanthropist, and statesman and comfort all the family members and associates he left behind.