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Prof Alfred Kasunmu dies at 92

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  • Professor Alfred Bandele Kasunmu, SAN, a distinguished lawyer and scholar, has died at the age of 92.
  • He was a member of the Baptist Academy Class of 1953 and a trustee of its Old Students Association.
  • The association remembered him as a towering figure in law and national development, whose legacy of wisdom and mentorship will inspire future generations.

Professor Alfred Bandele Kasunmu, SAN, a prominent lawyer, scholar, and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, has passed away at the age of 92. He died peacefully in the early hours of Sunday, August 9, 2026.

With gratitude to God for a life well spent in service to God and humanity, we announce the passing of our distinguished alumnus, Professor Alfred Bandele Kasunmu, SAN, who departed peacefully in the early hours of Sunday, 9th August 2026 at the age of 92.

— Olumide AjomaleGlobal President of the Baptist Academy Old Students Association, announcing the death of Professor Kasunmu.

Kasunmu was an alumnus of the Baptist Academy, graduating in 1953, and served as a trustee for the Baptist Academy Old Students Association (BAOSA). The Global President of BAOSA, Olumide Ajomale, announced his death, describing the late legal scholar as "a towering figure in law, scholarship, and national development." Ajomale highlighted Kasunmu's significant contributions as a mentor, scholar, and advocate.

a towering figure in law, scholarship, and national development

— Olumide AjomaleGlobal President of the Baptist Academy Old Students Association, describing Professor Kasunmu's impact.

In a statement, the BAOSA National Executive Council expressed gratitude for Kasunmu's life of service to God and humanity. They noted that he embodied the values of Baptist Academy, including "Integrity, Discipline, and Service." The association also recognized him as a cherished patriarch to his family. Last year, BAOSA honored Kasunmu with the BAOSA Order of Excellence Award during the institution's 170th Founders Day celebration.

Integrity, Discipline, and Service

— BAOSA StatementValues of Baptist Academy embodied by Professor Kasunmu, as stated by the Old Students Association.

The association stated that Kasunmu's "legacy of wisdom, mentorship, and commitment to excellence will continue to inspire generations of Baptacads and Nigerians at large." They find solace in the impactful life he lived through his dedication to law, education, and humanity. Funeral arrangements are expected to be announced in due course, and BAOSA urged old students worldwide to keep Kasunmu's family in their prayers.

his legacy of wisdom, mentorship, and commitment to excellence will continue to inspire generations of Baptacads and Nigerians at large.

— BAOSA StatementThe Baptist Academy Old Students Association reflecting on Professor Kasunmu's enduring influence.
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