Ogunmola Olujimi Oluwasemola Vincent, Esq.,* was born on 5th January 1955 to the family of late Mr and Mrs Tiamiyu Ogunmola of Odope quarters, Oba Akoko. He was a man whose life was marked by a deep commitment to education, professional excellence, public service, family, and the values he held dear.
His formative years were shaped by a strong foundation in learning and character. He attended Baptist Day Primary School, and Z I Modern School, Oba Akoko. He proceeded to St. Patrick’s College, Iwaro Oka-Akoko, where he received his secondary education and began laying the foundation for the distinguished academic and professional journey that would follow.
Driven by an enduring passion for knowledge, he proceeded to the Special Sixth Form College, Ikare Akoko for his WAEC Advanced Level studies. On completion, he gained admission to the Univeristy of Ife (now Obafemi Awolowo University) by Direct Entry mode, and obtained his Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in History in 1987*. His intellectual curiosity and commitment to scholarship led him further to the University of Lagos, where he also obtained a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in History in 1989.
His academic journey was complemented by a remarkable career in public service. On 30th November 1992,* he received his letter of appointment into the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC). He subsequently devoted more than two decades to service within the Commission, rising through the ranks and contributing his experience, discipline and professional abilities to the responsibility of promoting road safety and protecting lives on Nigerian roads.
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Even while serving in the public sector, Barrister Ogunmola Vincent continued to pursue professional development and broaden his contribution to society. His desire to understand and engage with the law led him to the University of Jos*, where he obtained his Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree in 2000. He thereafter proceeded to the Nigerian Law School, Abuja Campus, and obtained his Barrister-at-Law (B.L.) qualification in 2003.
His journey from History to Law reflected a life of continuous learning and reinvention. Rather than being content merely to attain one level of knowledge or professional achievement, he consistently sought opportunities to acquire new knowledge, develop self and remain useful to the society around him.
After many years of dedicated service, Ogunmola O. Vincent retired from service with the Federal Road Safety Commission on 5th January 2015 as Assistant Corps Commandant. His exit from the Commission marked the completion of a significant chapter of a career devoted to public service.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, however, was the story of a husband, family man and companion.
On *9th April 1987*, he married his heartthrob, Mrs. Funmilayo Victoria Vincent. Their marriage became one of the defining pillars of his life. Together, they built a home and shared the responsibilities, joys, challenges and memories that come with a life lived together. His family remained an important part of his identity and legacy.
Barrister Vincent’s life spanned more than seven decades, during which he witnessed and participated in significant changes in Nigeria’s educational, professional and public-service landscape. From his early years in Oba-Akoko, through university classrooms in Ile-Ife, Lagos, and Jos, to his years of public service with the Federal Road Safety Commission and his legal training in Jos and Abuja, his journey was one of perseverance, learning and purposeful service.
He was a man who demonstrated that a person’s journey need not be confined to a single profession or chapter. His life reflected the value of continuing education, adapting to new responsibilities and making oneself available for service.
After 71 years of life, Ogunmola Olujimi Oluwasemola Vincent Esq. passed away in a Lagos hospital on 19th September 2026.
His departure brings to a close a remarkable journey that touched many lives through family, education, public service and the legal profession. While his earthly journey has ended, the memories of his life, the values he embodied and the impact of his years remain with those who knew and loved him.
He will be remembered as a husband, family man, scholar, public advocate and legal luminary whose life was defined by a commitment to growth, service and family development.
May his memory be a blessing to all who knew him.
*Barrister Ogunmola Olujimi Oluwasemola Vincent,
*5th January 1955 – 19th September 2026*
_*A life lived. A legacy left. A memory cherished.*_
Children:
- Morolake Omofadekemi Owoseni (Nee Vincent) Esq.
- Victoria Iyanu Vincent
- Nelson Ayomitunde Vincent Esq.
- Philip Abayomi Vincent
- Deborah Omobola Vincent
- Ruth Aduragbemi Vincent
*Grand-Children
- Obaloluwa Israel Owoseni
- Tehila Adebimpe Adesina
- Paul Ireoluwa Owoseni
- Kairos Tioluwani Nelson-Vincent