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CONDOLENCE

When I first met Engr. Professor Alaba Akinsete, at Finco Engineering, Yaba, through one of his Partners, Engr. Dr. Segun Ajayi, Past President of the NSE, he came across to me as a very unassuming personality with a positive mind toward all, in spite of his age and level of achievements, both in the academia and professional practice.  He was warm and welcoming and the environment existing between him and his partners was very cordial and inspiring.

The sterling qualities of the man instantly filtered through his words and actions espousing his great intellect, profound professionalism, and a deep love for service to humanity.  It was not therefore surprising to later learn of his exploits in  the service of humanity through the Rotary International, and the good words his former students all had for him at every opportunity.

I am convinced that the entire Engineering Landscape, including the Nigerian Society of Engineers, The Academy of Engineering, his Students, Partners and other Colleagues will surely miss this erudite scholar, outstanding professional of his generation and humane gentleman of peace.

As I condole with the family, I pray that his pleasant spirit continues to bless all he left behind, and that his soul Rests in Perfect Peace.

Engr. Chief Olumuyiwa Alade Ajibola, FNSE, FAEng

Past President, The Nigerian Society of Engineers.

CONDOLENCE

When I first met Engr. Professor Alaba Akinsete, at Finco Engineering, Yaba, through one of his Partners, Engr. Dr. Segun Ajayi, Past President of the NSE, he came across to me as a very unassuming personality with a positive mind toward all, in spite of his age and level of achievements, both in the academia and professional practice.  He was warm and welcoming and the environment existing between him and his partners was very cordial and inspiring.

The sterling qualities of the man instantly filtered through his words and actions espousing his great intellect, profound professionalism, and a deep love for service to humanity.  It was not therefore surprising to later learn of his exploits in  the service of humanity through the Rotary International, and the good words his former students all had for him at every opportunity.

I am convinced that the entire Engineering Landscape, including the Nigerian Society of Engineers, The Academy of Engineering, his Students, Partners and other Colleagues will surely miss this erudite scholar, outstanding professional of his generation and humane gentleman of peace.

As I condole with the family, I pray that his pleasant spirit continues to bless all he left behind, and that his soul Rests in Perfect Peace.

Engr. Chief Olumuyiwa Alade Ajibola, FNSE, FAEng

Past President, The Nigerian Society of Engineers.

TRIBUTE TO PROFESSOR VINCENT ALABA AKINSETE
(1937-2018)

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” II Timothy 4:7

Prof. Vincent Alaba Akinsete has passed on, having completed his assignment here on earth, the assignment which he dutifully and faithfully carried out. Prof. Akinsete has largely acquitted himself in service, whether it is as relating to the training and mentoring of the younger ones, contributing to knowledge (particularly in the field of Thermo-Fluids and Renewable Energy), impeccable professional practice, service to God through service to man, and in maintaining excellent relationship with friends. I can therefore hear him repeat the words of Paul in II Timothy 4:7.

I met Prof. Akinsete when I joined the Faculty of Engineering, Unilag, in January 1973. He had not only been there earlier, but he was also older than me. Nevertheless, we bonded easily, and he helped in putting me through and finding my bearing in the Faculty. It was not that easy for one to find his way in a Faculty that was somehow polarized, but we managed, and Prof. Akinsete’s advices were very useful at every turn. In the Faculty, Prof. Akinsete was noted to be a fearless colleague, a dutiful and committed teacher, a man of integrity and a brilliant academic. He was a role model for younger academics in the Faculty, and he was willing to be a mentor to many.

At the family level, we were also close. Our two daughters attended the same secondary school and it was he that organized pooling resources together, taking turns together with other parents, to take our children to school and bringing them back. Prof. Akinsete demonstrated his unfailing interest in my affairs when he obtained my telephone number from my wife and was the first person to call and congratulate me, on my appointment as Professor of Surveying on February 20, 1982. He was at that time a member of the University’s Appointments and Promotions Committee that met and confirmed the appointment while I was on sabbatical leave in the USA. Prof. Akinsete after the meeting, felt he should inform my wife, collected my phone number, and put a call through to me.

Prof. Akinsete went into full time professional practice after he retired in 1985. He was a Principal Partner in Finco Engineers, an Electrical, Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Consulting firm. In my dealings with the firm, I found out that it was markedly different from many Nigerian firms. The Partners relate to one another very well, both professionally and personally. They were like one happy family!

As a person. Prof. Akinsete is simple, friendly, approachable and dependable, but principled and firm. He is an excellent family man, who is very close to his wife and children, while also relating very well with the larger, extended family. Prof’s love for service led him to become a Rotarian, and he made his mark in that club, becoming a District Governor. Above all, he is a Christian, and puts his resources (funds, materials and intellect) at the disposal of the Church, consulting free of charge at times.

Prof. Akinsete has done very well in his lifetime, positively affecting the lives of numerous people – students, friends, professional colleagues and academics. Yes, we are saddened by his departure at this time, but God knows best. For sure, we shall ever cherish the memory of the memorable moments we had together, while keeping alive the Christian hope of a lasting reunion on the resurrection day. We pray that God will grant him eternal rest, and let light perpetual shine upon him.

Ven. Francis Fajemirokun

Emeritus Professor

                        The Nigerian Academy Of Engineering
                        Chemical Engineering Complex,University of Lagos,Akoka, Yaba
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August 27,2018

The Family of Late Engr. Prof. V. A. Akinsete, FNSE, FAEng
1, Yinka Bello Street, Lekki Phase 1 Lagos

Condolence Messaqe

It is with deep sense of loss that we received the sad news of the passing of our revered Fellow, Engr. Prof. Vincent Alaba Akinsete, FNSE, FAEng. We all mourn him. He was a distinguished, committed and dedicated engineer, who gave all to the engineering profession.

He started his Professional career with the Electricity Corporation of Nigeria (ECN) ljora Power Station (NEPA, now PHCN) fully as a Power Engineer, He trained with the Central Electricity Generating Board (of Great Britain) at Blythe "8" Power Station, Newcastle Hawker Siddeley Bruch Turbines at Staines and Middlesex (Small turbines) Power Station.

Engr. Prof. Akinsete returned to Nigeria in 1961 and was posted by ECN to Port Harcourt as Deputy Power Station Superintendent, DPSS (Stream turbines and Diesel engines) and later DPSS for the new Afam Power Station (Gas Turbines) where he was attached to the Contractors, Messrs Brown Boveri Co. (New ASEA BROWN BOVERI-ABB).

After obtaining his MEng and PhD (Mechanical Engineering) degrees  from McGill University, Montreal, Canada, he joined the Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Lagos in 1968 as Lecturer ll rising
to become a Professor in 1978.

ln fact his name is not only enshrined in the annals of engineering history in the country but the level of distinction that he attained within the profession was recognized and remained untainted until his exit. This indeed is a rare feat.

On behalf of  the Council and Fellows of the Nigerian Academy of Engineering, I hereby express our heartfelt sympathy to the family on the passing onto Glory of your beloved husband, uncle, father, grandfather, and our revered Fellow.

May the Almighty God grant him eternal rest and grant the entire Akinsete family the fortitude to bear the loss.

Very Sincerely Yours,

Engr. Prof. Fola Lasisi, FAEng, FAscE, FNtAE, FNSE, FNIM
President, Nigerian Academy of Engineering

CONDOLENCE
As students of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Lagos from 1968 to 1971, I and my mates were blessed to have Prof. Vincent Alaba Akinsete as a lecturer.

 He was more than a lecturer, indeed he was also a teacher par excellence. He was very considerate and always concerned to know why things went wrong whenever things did not seem to fall in place with any of us, just as he did not hesitate to upbraid us whenever he was unsatisfied with our performance so that the situation could be improved.

 The mentorship continued even after graduation. He showed interest in monitoring my progress and at all times; he wished that I achieved whatever goals I sought to achieve.

 I will forever remember his wise counsel and advice at difficult times in my career. His advice was like snow, the softer it fell, the deeper it sank into my mind. He will be greatly missed as a mentor, a friend (in spite of age difference), lecturer and counsellor.

 Even as he marched on to glory and, despite the pain of his departure to me, his associates, his community and family in particular, we should all take solace in that this academic giant and accomplished Engineer is resting in the bosom of the Lord; hoping to reunite with him one day and believing that his legacies live on.

 May his gentle soul rest in peace. May the good Lord grant his wife and soul mate – Prof. Mrs. Ronke Akinsete, his children, grandchildren and relations the courage to bear the irreparable loss. Amen.

ENGR. FUNSHO KUPOLOKUN

My condolences, as feelings of pain and bitterness become unbearable. It is my desire to convey a comforting thought based on the Holy Scriptures
          
  John 5:28 "Do not marvel at this, because the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out."
 
 
This passage speaks of the resurrection of our loved ones. It is not God's plan to see us suffer and die, so He extends the following invitation to us: "Come near to God and He will draw near to you" (James 4:8)
 
Please go to the following link to obtain more information regarding the Hope expressed in this passage and again we are sorry for your loss.
 
 http://www.jw.org

C. Gimenez