Lai Oso, a highly respected Nigerian professor of mass communication, met an untimely demise on Sunday, June 25, 2023, in a tragic road accident. The news of his passing has left the Nigerian media community in mourning. At the age of 67, Oso leaves behind a legacy of scholarly achievements and a profound impact on the field of mass communication.
Frank Talk Now delves into the extraordinary life and times of Prof. Lai Oso, tracing his remarkable journey from humble beginnings to his influential role as an educator, researcher, and advocate.
Lai Oso, a renowned Nigerian professor of mass communication, died in a road accident on Saturday, June 24, 2023. He was 67 years old.
Oso was a founding member and president of the Association of Communication Scholars and Practitioners of Nigeria (ACSPN). He was also a former dean of the Faculty of Communication and Media Studies at Lagos State University (LASU).
Oso was born in Ibadan, Nigeria, in 1956. He received his bachelor’s degree in communication from the University of Ibadan in 1979, and his master’s and doctoral degrees in mass communication from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1982 and 1986, respectively.
Oso joined LASU in 1987. He was promoted to professor in 2000. He was a highly respected scholar and teacher, and his research interests included media sociology, media history, and media and development.
Oso was a prolific writer and scholar. He published over 100 articles in academic journals and edited several books. He was also a frequent speaker at conferences and workshops.
Oso’s death is a great loss to the Nigerian media community. He was a towering figure in the field of mass communication, and his contributions will be remembered for many years to come.
Oso’s Legacy
Lai Oso’s legacy is one of scholarship, teaching, and service. He was a highly respected scholar who made significant contributions to the field of mass communication. He was also a dedicated teacher who inspired and mentored many students. And he was a tireless advocate for the media, working to promote the free flow of information and the role of the media in society.
Oso’s death is a great loss to Nigeria and the world. He was a giant in the field of mass communication, and his contributions will be remembered for many years to come.
Tributes Pour in for Oso
Tributes have been pouring in for Oso since his death. ACSPN, of which he was a founding president, said his death was a “monumental loss” to the association and Nigeria.
LASU, where Oso taught for many years, also issued a statement mourning his death. The university said Oso was “a great scholar, teacher, and mentor” who “will be deeply missed.”
Oso’s students and colleagues have also taken to social media to pay tribute to him. They have praised his intellect, his dedication to teaching, and his commitment to the media.
The Editor-in-Chief, Franktalknow.com and Director at AF24news.com, Dr Olabisi Deji-Folutile said the death pf the scholar came as a rude shock to her.
In her words, “the death of Prof Lai Oso came as a rude shock. It is very devastating.
“I still can’t believe that he is no more here. Prof supervised my PhD thesis.He was instrumental to my completing the programme. I have shared the story of how his telephone call and words of encouragement at a very critical stage of my life helped and made me complete my programme on schedule.
“He was not just a lecturer but a father, how I wished this is nothing but a dream.”
Oso’s death is a great loss to the Nigerian media community. He was a towering figure in the field of mass communication, and his contributions will be remembered for many years to come.
Lai Oso’s sudden departure has left a void in the Nigerian media community that will be challenging to fill. As a towering figure in the field of mass communication, his legacy as a scholar, teacher, and advocate for the media will endure. The impact he made on the lives of his students, colleagues, and the nation as a whole will serve as a lasting testament to his remarkable life and career.
(Culled from FranktalkNow)
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