Obituary

It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Professor (Emeritus) Victor A. Oyenuga (CFR), on Saturday April 10th . Father of our CEO --Victor Oyenuga Jr. -- he was born April 9th 1917, he was 93 years old.

Professor Oyenuga was a world-renowned nutritionist and at one time or another was a visiting professor at Cornell University, Ithaca, New York; dean of the faculty of Agriculture at the University of Ife; dean of the faculty of Agriculture, Forestry and Veterinary science as well as deputy vice chancellor at the University Ibadan, Nigeria's premier university.

He was educated at the Universities of Newcastle and Durham in the UK. He was the first African PhD in the field of science; he later received a DSc at the University of Newcastle. He published over 250 scientific research papers and books in the field of nutrition. He was also a member of many international associations including one of the first directors in the World University of Japan and a member on the board of Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). He was bestowed the national honor of the Commander of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (CFR), by President Musa Yar'Adua. He was awarded several honorary degrees by various universities.

At his passing he was chairman at Vabo Agricultural Industries Ltd. His wife – Sabinah Oyenuga – passed in 1996. He is survived by five children and ten grandchildren.