Namibia Business School mourns Nigerian academic Simon Akpo
Simon Akpo, a lecturer at the Namibia Business School, died last Thursday at age 70.
Tributes are being paid to Nigerian academic Simon Akpo, who died last Thursday at the age of 70. Akpo was a lecturer at the University of Namibia, specifically at the Namibia Business School, where he made significant contributions and impacted students' lives.
The Namibia Business School described Akpo as more than a lecturer, noting his great contribution and the impact on his students. Former student Nkrumah Bankong-Obi called Akpo a pathfinder and anvil for many, while Joy Jakes recalled his fatherly help in settling into Namibia, from finding an apartment to buying household items.
Another former student, Ndeshiuva Taapopi, described Akpo as a legend who organized free extra evening classes for students struggling with business statistics. Details about memorial services and the funeral will be announced by the Namibia Business School when available.
Why it mattersThe death of Nigerian academic Simon Akpo affects students and staff at the Namibia Business School and the wider community in Namibia.