Estate surveyors task practitioners on professionalism, extol Adegbemile’s virtues

Estate surveyors and valuers have been advised to exhibit the highest standard of professionalism, mentorship of the younger generation and commitment to best practices as exemplified by the late Olatunde Adegbemile.

The President of the Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers (NIESV), Mr Victor Alonge, led the charge at a service of tribute organised by NIESV, Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors Nigeria Group, Estate Surveyors and Valuers Registration Board of Nigeria (ESVARBON) and International Real Estate Federation (FIABCI-Nigeria) in honour of Adegbemile in Lagos.

The forum brought together friends, families and professional colleagues, who described him as a man who left an enduring legacy for the practitioners. They noted that his profound impact on the real estate community is a testament to his remarkable life.

Alonge said Adegbemile was a great leader and versatile professional who alongside his contemporaries played a crucial role and participated in every activity leading to the institution’s formation.

According to him, his unwavering dedication, commitment, integrity, and forthrightness, as well as his unparalleled efforts in fostering growth, progress and development, were the virtues and attributes exemplified when he served as the honorary Secretary of the Lagos State Branch, Honorary National Secretary of the institution, and Chairman of ESVARBON.

“He was a man who devoted his life to building and extending the frontiers of influence of our noble profession. He was a man who demonstrated the highest ideals of honour and integrity, and whose leadership was marked by a relentless commitment to excellence, and a deep sense of duty.

“His passing is a profound loss to all of us, but we find comfort in the legacy of leadership, dedication, commitment to professionalism and worthy ideals he left behind.”

The ESVARBON board Chairman, Dosu Fatokun, said: “He was a mentor to many, always willing to share his vast knowledge and experience. His passion for estate surveying and valuation was matched only by his desire to see the profession grow and evolve.

“Under his guidance, the board achieved significant milestones, and we are committed to upholding his legacy as we continue to shape our path forward.”

The Chairman of RICS Nigeria Group, Mr Tayo Odunsi, noted that the association stands on the shoulders of his foresight, commitment and sacrifices to the profession and will be forever grateful for his enduring legacies, which have created the opportunities it enjoys.

FIABCI President, Mr Akin Opatola, said Adegbemile, a former president of the chapter was a true giant in the real estate industry, who recognised the potential for growth and tirelessly promoted the interests of the profession.

He added that his contributions are immeasurable, and his efforts have borne fruit in countless ways. “We remember him as a man of wisdom, compassion, and kindness, a loyal friend, trusted colleague, and devoted family man. Though his passing leaves a void, his memory will live on in our hearts and minds,” he said.

Also, NIESV past presidents, Bode Adedeji, Joe Idudu, Ayodele Sangosanya, Adetola Shote, fourth President of FIABCI, RC Okafor and others described the late Adegbemile as a family man who lived a sacrificial life, took particular interest in colleagues progress and a builder of men.