- The Yusufu Bala Usman Institute has announced the transition of its Chairman, Dr. Samuel Olusegun Osoba, who passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at his residence in Ijebu Ode.
- Dr. Osoba was a renowned scholar in economic history and political economy, famous for his rigorous critique of capitalism and neo-colonialism in Nigeria.
- He is celebrated for co-authoring the influential “Minority Report and Draft Constitution for the Federal Republic of Nigeria” (1976) alongside the late Professor Yusufu Bala Usman.
The Nigerian academic community is in mourning following the death of Dr. Samuel Olusegun Osoba, a man whose life was a testament to the power of patriotic scholarship.
Eko Hot Blog reports that in a statement released by the Institute’s Director, Norma Perchonock, the organization expressed deep gratitude for Osoba’s lifelong commitment to the emancipation and development of the Nigerian state.
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At 92, Dr. Osoba leaves behind a vast body of work that bridged the gap between complex academic theory and public consciousness, often through his insightful newspaper columns and groundbreaking research papers.
Dr. Osoba’s influence extended far beyond the classroom. He was a central figure in the constitutional debates of the 1970s, providing a radical alternative to the status quo through the 1976 Minority Report.
His work consistently sought to dismantle neo-colonial structures, advocating for an economic system that prioritized the Nigerian people.
The Institute noted that his interrogation of prevailing economic systems remained “groundbreaking” until the very end, serving as a roadmap for future generations of historians and political scientists.
As the news of his passing spreads, tributes are expected to pour in from across the globe, where his scholarly contributions have long been studied.
The Yusufu Bala Usman Institute described his departure as the end of an era but emphasized that he has left an “enduring legacy and a shining example for patriotic Nigerians to emulate.”
While funeral arrangements are yet to be finalized by the family, the academic world stands still to honor a man who truly lived in the service of humanity and truth.
