TRIBUTES

It is extremely hard to come to terms with the fact that you will no longer be around as I navigate through the corridors of life. Over the years, you have proven that you are not just a great mother, but a wonderful, thoughtful, understanding, patient, humble, caring friend, confidant and guide

I will miss you, Mama, for your motherly care and soft words. Sleep in the bosom of the Almighty God and I pray your gentle soul rest in perfect peace. Ajakaye Grace (psychology, U.I)

It feels so sad to hear of Late Professor Rachel Bolaji Asagba’s death and I want to commiserate with her immediate family members and friends as they go through this period of grief. Late Professor Asagba was an important member of the psychology family and we will certainly miss her. I have known

As I pick up my pen to put words together about Professor Rachel Bolaji Asagba, I still feel the same just as when I heard the shocking news of her passing on to glory – Speechless, Sad, and Teary! Coming in contact with Mama Asagba (as she was fondly called) as my teacher during my Master degree pr

My dear Mother-in-law, It is sad to write this…. The news was unexpected, unbelievable, and absolutely unwanted. How does one begin to say goodbye? It is hard to believe you are gone. Thanks for the many precious memories, your quiet but steady support, your immense love for your grandchildren-

Aunty Bolaji as l fondly called you. You are no more and l still find it hard to take it in considering our last contact. I shared so many memories with you that I do not know where to start now: is it how I often visited the time l would visit you back in New church Grammar school and I would be th

Aunty, you are a disciplinary, a historian, a perfectionist, a woman of high integrity, a loving and caring aunty. Death has come to you when we need to drink from her words of experience. I cried so loud when l heard that you hadve passed away on to glory. My daughter used to call you 'Big mum' wh

My dear sister, we’re stunned and our heart aches to hear about this shocking news. You are a special person who will be sorely missed. Honestly, gGone too soon but your love will continue to live on aAnd we will cherish your memories forever. Love - Sam Oloye

Like a candle, blown out by the raving wind So unexpected, you left us really too soon Dreams achieved, but more left unfinished Even at the peak, a body of work in progress Nightlong, your dreams still echo in my ears Retirement at the corner, you were not tired Waiting to retire, but fired up with

Oh, my condolences! I had a close-door meeting with her in Lagos during our 2018 conference on how to move psychotherapy training forward in Nigeria. She was a determined scholar who believed in what she did. We discussed the ways to promote the growth of Logo and Gestalt Therapies in Nigeria. May

I think my mother had always been a geek. She told me she'd insisted on starting school even when she wasn’t old enough to meet the criteria (her arm was unable to extend over her head to touch the opposite ear). Well, she fussed and pushed and would tag along when the older ones went to school.

I am still in shock that you are gone our dear Prof. I remember our WhatsApp chat on Sunday evening (7th March 2021). I didn’t know that would be was our last conversation. After teaching me at undergraduate (PSY 308) and master's level (PSY 709 & PSY 725), I had the pleasure of being assigned to y

The news of your demise is shocking. We take comfort in knowing that you are resting in the bosom of our Lord. I remember you for your humility and ever smiling face. You were a close friend to my parents. I am sure they will miss you a lot. I pray for comfort for your children and all you left behi

I never dreamt this today that I will be writing this To a sister so loving and so caring. You were always there to lend a listening ear, and have always shown how much you care, From your life I have learnt to be a better me, So loving and kind hearted that’s how you will always be. Your love and r

Looking deep into years past of time spent together with you on the face of the earth. Bolaji, I'll say, the person you are is so rare to find, your concern towards people; you look forward to helping people always. Your demise has left an indelible pain in us. You were're such a faithful, tender

I am not sure how to do this. How can I try and describe someone so special in plain old words? All my colleagues will agree with me that Prof. Rachel Asagba was humble, peaceful, compassionate, and kind. She was gigantic in intellect, the epitome of humility, simplicity and gentleness. We'll rememb

Mummy Asagba as I call her, always radiated warmth and goodwill. My earliest encounters with her were filled with bright smiles and a hospitable mien. I remember your advice about continual fellowship among friends and how you always encouraged social gatherings, suggesting your home as a venue. I

We will continue to remember you in the GIWA ADEMOKUNLE OLOYE circle but we can't question God. We love you but God loves you more. RIP! AYODELE ADEBAYO OLOYE (BABA ALAYO RADIO PRESENTER)

Prof Mrs Rachel Asagba was a close friend to my parents and I have known her to be very humble and a relentless giver. The news of her demise came as a rude shock as I interacted with her few days to her death and in her characteristic kind manner she offered me a ride. Sadly, that would be the last

Rachel, dear friend! I admired your phenomenal enthusiasm every time when we met at the world congresses on logotherapy. Thank you also for the souvenir from Nigeria you once gave to me. It reminds me of your heartful personality. Timo Purjo (President of the Viktor Frankl Institute, Finland)

I've known Mrs. Asagba virtually all my life. She is an epitome of beauty, brains, and love. She is selfless to a fault! If the only thing that could have kept her alive was love, she would have lived for a very long time. News of your death is still a rude shock knowing you were hale and hearty on

Utterly devastated to hear about the tragic death of my aunty(aunty bolaji). I still fondly recall your positive approach to life. Death may have taken you away from us, but you'll always remain alive in our hearts. Even in death you are still loved and forever will be. You may not be with us today

My dearest aunt, what a blessing and privilege it was to have you as a part of our family. How I idolized you as a child. You were so beautiful, warm and loving. You gave me so much attention after my father died. It, it was so great to have you there as a part of the family. Aunt you have left a r

Even though you are gone away. Your love will always be here to stay. You touched our hearts with so many things. God knew you were the one to save, Even though we Loved you best. Our hearts are filled with so much pain, God loved you more, there was no shame. At this time we must let go. Your memo

The news of Prof. Rachel Asagba's demise came to me as a rude shock. You were a caring friend to many of us and a Great mother to your children. We take solace in the fact that God knows and sees everything that is hidden to men. May God grant your friends, well wishers and family members the fortit

I fondly remember meeting and first getting to know Dr. Rachel B. Asagba at my very first Logotherapy Congress in Dallas – and how happy I was to learn that she had not only been to Austria AND met Dr. Frankl and Elli, but had also studied with my beloved teacher, Dr. Elisabeth Lukas. We kept in tou

The news of your death was a shock to me, but who am l to query God? Your kind-heartedness can never be forgotten. We love you but God loves you more. My siblings and I say adieu ma. May your soul rest in peace. Omoniyi Oloye

Despite immense pressure to act the game in an unfavourable world, you stood out like a rose among thorns. Your departure, though premature and painful, is a testament to the fact that death is a journey that we will all take and each must go alone. It also appears that the Master's grand plan is to

When I met her as a young child in Senior secondary school days she was very warm and welcoming. I could go to her office any time to check on her. I can't ever forget the beautiful things she did for me. She would buy us gifts then in 100 level. Her presence and gift at my wedding is something I

Sister Bola, you left us sooner than we could imagine. It came to me with a huge sad shock, on Saturday the 13th of March, just less than 3weeks after you comforted me on the death of my younger brother now you? I can't comprehend the unexpected news. You are a great woman of God. You love, loves ev