There are no words to describe the pain I feel, and to say that I miss you is too much of an understatement.
I love you from the very depths of my heart, Dr Igunare.
You'll always have a special place in my heart. Always.
Rest on (until we meet again in heaven).

My Super Supervisor, it is still like a bad dream. Too many stuff that l no longer understand. However, l believe that God knows it all. Sleep on dearest until we meet to part no more. Rest in perfect peace. Adieu

I couldn't believe it when I saw the message on my WhatsApp messenger. I thought it was one of his usual message about joining ANA. You did tell me to put in for contest in ANA and keep encouraging me to keep writing. Rest in perfect peace, sir.

I didn't know very much about Dr Solomon Iguanre, but I'm touched by Testimonies uttered by those he touched directly.

But someday we'll meet again. This is our hope!

Speechless,I became when I heard of your
demise.
Is hard to believe that you are no More
Your words of comfort, wisdom and hope,I hold on to.
You are a loving uncle and a rare blessing
A short journey,but highly meaningful and fruitful.
You are a man of selfless, humble and of a loving spirit.
If wishes were horses,beggars will ride on them. I wish I knew the last time we saw will be the last,I would have extended our discussion.i wish you could stay longer.
Your memories lives in us forever
Half man,half God
We love you but Christ loves you most.

Dr Eguaren ,you were a teacher and a father who cared for her students as a biological father.
I came to know about you through the courage, counseling and motivation you always given to my daughter during her undergraduate studies in English language letting her know that she is capable of having a First class in her field and through this, her morales were boosted and got optimistic about it which she was able to accomplish.
I came to know you personally when she bent in you being a Chairman at her wedding day on 24th December2021,you honoured her invitation despite all odds as you rightly mentioned, little did I know that that would be the last time of hearing from you despite your promise to attend two remaining musketeers wedding as you said you had been calling them when they were in Babcock University.
Dad ,we all love you but Jesus loves you more.
It's my prayer that the vacuum created be filled up in Jesus name.
Your family are consoled in Jesus name.
Rest on till resurrection night.

Dad Sam - Words cannot describe the loss I feel Saying farewell to you, But heaven chose to give you wings And now it's time you flew. I wish that we could have more time, That God had let you stay. I wish I had just one more chance To see that tender smile. I take solace in knowing that you are with Christ, which is far better Philipians 1:23. Adieu Dr. Iguanre Solomon.

Dr. Solomon Iguanre, you lit your world with your infectious smiles, radiated love and warmth with generosity and hospitality in cash and kind. You hoped to wake up that beautiful morning for an earthly brighter tomorrow of your visions and aspirations but lo and behold, it was the commencement of your journey to a much glittering brighter tomorrow in the heavenly realm. March on, dear literary giant, a colleague and friend. May your family, colleagues and the entire bereaved friends find solace in the good memorable events and deeds of yours. Adieu, and sleep on till that glorious morning when the dead in Christ Jesus shall rise. From Dr Oluyemisi AINA.

Solomon Odiase Iguanre: Tribute to a Brother

He was a brother from another mother who took me as a younger sibling and mentored me as a Theatre neophyte.

He was never tired. His creative energies infected me and I began to have more confidence in my own creativity.

He pulled me into the LAFFOMANIA Family even as early as I could remember and we collaborated on many escapades on stage.

When he shot "The Mirage" for the BCOS, he more or less introduced some of us to crew activities without us knowing.

I immortalised you by giving a character in one of my plays your name, Odiase. You reciprocated and did same in your play.

My landlord, flatmate and roommate in the LAFFOMANIA Villa for years, pro bono, after my graduation. That was you- selfless!

We became classmates on the Masters programme but you remained the master of the game. An inspiration. A genius.

Difficult to accept that we would not see again on this side. But your work and legacies live on. That book project will not remain mouldy.

Live on, Paddy Sol'! Tireless artist, cartoonist, writer, author, playwright, director, scholar and brother.

Set new standards of performance in heaven as LAFFOMANIA did! You are heaven's gain! But a phenomenal visionary to us! Sleep well, brother!

'Diran Ademiju-Bepo
MASK

TRIBUTE TO DR. SOLOMON IGUANRE.
Dateline: April 22, 2021, a public lecture was put in place to commemorate the 13th anniversary of Quantum G Concept , one of the publishing outfits I am privileged to establish. It was earmarked to be a time of roundtable discussion and jaw jaw on the intractable insecurity in Nigeria. The theme was "THE WRITER, THE MEDIA AND NATIONAL SECURITY: A VERITABLE TRIPARTITE NEXUS. Guess what? Dr. Solomon Iguanre was the one who fine-tuned the theme and he also doubled as the keynote speaker. How could I miss him just like that, a year after? Quite unfathomable! The guests on that day, gathering in a hall beside Iwe Irohin center in Okelewo, cut across spheres of the security personnel, media houses and of course, writers. Dr. Solomon was at his best, as he adroitly delivered his lecture. The Police PPRO, Ogun State, and the State commandant of NSCDC, added colour by their germane contributions. Some media houses made the gathering more worthwhile. Dr. Solomon was smiling all through, so cerebral, friendly and easy going. I never knew he had but a year more on this terrestrial ball. Years before, his geniality at the first convention of the former South West Association of Nigerian Authors (SWANA) now SWAF was so commendable. He was really a bundle of academic ingenuity, talent and inspiration. I will surely miss his infectious personality and friendly disposition. Solo...the man! Rest on, till we will meet to part no more.
- Dotun Adekoya
Ex Vice Chair, ANA Ogun.

Dr. Iguanre was kind, loving, a father to all. He was not just a lecturer, he was a brother, an uncle, a God-sent. I really can't believe I'm using "was" right now. Words are failing me right now. Dr. Iguanre will surely be missed. I miss him

Thanks for been a lecturer and a father Dr.Iguanre, thank you for bringing out of depression and putting me through the right path and making me understand some certain things in life. I love and will always love you. Rest on daddy.

I have hesitated writing this as if my words will authenticate this great loss. But you haven't opened your office door to say good day for a couple of months now. All those students that must seek counsel, say hi, get a lunch, or chat with their mentor and great teacher have not come around either. So I have to probably accept that this may be my lot till the resurrection morning. You have been irreplaceable; a true friend, a committed scholar and a great leader. Sleep on till the trumpet sounds at His appearing.

Here we are today at the edge of the void
Since we are looking everywhere for the face
that we lost.
He was our future and we lost our future.
He was one of us and we lost
this part of ourselves.
He was questioning us and we lost his question.
Here we are alone, our lips tight on our whys.
We came here looking for
looking for something or someone.
Seeking that love stronger than death.

Dear friend and brother. Your sudden exit was so painful. But when I think of how positively you impacted lives, I know that you did not die in vain. You were indeed great! You would be dearly missed!

"Like a candle in the wind". You were a bright spark in this world of darkness. You gave your all to everyone and everything! Your selflessness really belongs in this world where kindness and love have become like a needle in a haystack. The dead know nothing. You cannot even see or read these tributes. We only put them out here to encourage those of us that still have breathe. Sleep well our great thespian, great son of the arts, husband to the widows and light to budding creatives. Until the resurrection morning -Hope to make it there.

Uncle Solo.... so you are truly gone, Gone as in GONE forever. The last time I spoke to you and could barely hear what you were saying is a day I will never forget. I cried and prayed for quickest healing for you not knowing God was preparing to welcome you to his abode(Heaven is where you belong)

 I am still in shock and can't seem to process the sad news of your demise. You were nothing but an extraordinary and best of human I have ever come across. You were a source of HOPE and COMFORT to many of us, a teacher, friend and FAMILY. Thank you for your impact in my life, I am truly grateful to God for making our path cross. 'Momorito'(as you fondly call me) is not mourning but celebrating you.

Adieu! UNCLE Solo

It's really difficult to come to terms with your departure, Dr. Iguanre. You are indeed a rare gem, a literary giant, accommodating, jovial, great giver, father figure and a go-getter . I have known you since 2007 during my undergraduate studies and you have been the most loved by students. Your patience as you impart knowledge is top-notch. You were someone who understood the time and season-when it was necessary to be strict and firm, you stood your ground. I remember when I was rounding up my master's degree programme, some of us made your office our printing center and a place to unwind. I also remember when I was bereaved, you called me and gave me an envelope with money. That singular act really touched me. To say you will be greatly missed is an understatement. We cherish you and the memories we had together. Rest in power Sir!

Dear friend, no doubt you were a good man. The cheapest thing you gave to your fellow humans was your smile. You were there for everybody. The problems that look mountainous, you solved them for people at no cost. You valued friendship. Even while on sick bed, you kept encouraging me. You are my supervisor l never had. If God spears my life to finish the race, l can assure you, you will be acknowledged. Good night, brother, good night friend. Keep sleeping, don't bother about the family you left behind because God shall look after them, God shall take care of them. It is hard to say goodbye, but l have to say it. Goodbye and good night.

My mentor words sincerely fail me. You impacted in me on every level. You boasted my boldness to act and be better. You watched me grow and you provided all I needed for this process. God bless you. I pray that those you leave behind will raise the bars you set for us. I love you sir

My first physical encounter with Dr. Iguare was in Dec. 2021, though he was my Lecturer in one of the courses that semester ( online platform). He was a passionate and considerate teacher, who really impacted my life and career as a teacher. The discussion in his office that day in the presence of the Coordinator,
then became an experience and now an excellent lesson. I will forever appreciate and cherish that meeting with Dr. Iguare
Odiase-a compassionate teacher. Rest in the bosom of the Lord till the resurrection morning. Okhibue Owalen.

The news came to me as a shock, and it took a while before I could process it. Then I realised it's no longer a dream, it's a new reality and I just have to accept it.

Your mentorship, leadership, and guidance made me a better person.

Revelation 21:4 "The memory of the righteous is a blessing".

I believe you will always be here with us, in our minds.
Keep resting Daddy!

Your beloved LALSA President
Tinuke Johnson.

We had the good fortune to appoint Dr Solomon Iguanre as the first Manager of Educare Trust back in 1997/8 when we opened the Educare Trust Exhibition Centre at Brick House, Bodija. Ibadan. As Manager he ran the day to day activities of Educare Trust endearing himself to a generation of youth in and out of school polytechnic and university, with his humour and his creative and entertaining way of presentation of his practical knowledge of the arts, drama, communication and other co-curricular skills. He spearheaded the creation of much Educare Trust Education Material many of which are still in use today including writing the author of the unchanged Educare Trust Anthem. After several successful years in the Manager's post, realising that he was actually a big fish in a small pond, realising that the job was a stepping stone, he resigned to pursue and grow his amazing talents. with his close like-minded friends he had formed Laffomania which was the magnificiently successful humourous bridge between the Alawada-ian/Baba Sala era and the modern high-income IT compatible comedy revolution. Solomon's other successes and achievements as an actor, author, playwright, songwriter, ANA member and Chairman editor, teacher, tested academic and family man will be told by experts and colleagues and family members in those areas who interacted closely with him.
He will be missed by his many fans, Educare Trust volunteers and staff and Executive, his students, colleagues and family. May God grant us all the strength to bear this loss.
May his Gentle Soul Rest in Perfect Peace. Amen


Dr Tony Marinho & Arc Sukky Onadeko
Founding and Current Hon Sec
Educare Trust, Ibadan.

I got to know you through the production of LAFOMANIA ,the theater was practically one of the main source of entertainment on campus.You later became a friend and external moderator for my institution.I cannot forget the fact that you encouraged me to take up a PhD in Babcock.Your. office is where we seat to gist ,eat and refresh Ahhh. Interesting,I spent the whole day reviewing your books for my students forthcoming exam, not Knowing that you were already gone.Rest well, till we meet to part no more.

December 24th 2021 would have been the last time I saw you but l left that wedding in a hurry to beat traffic. If only I knew you would be at the wedding. When the father of the bride shared pictures on social media weeks later I was shocked to see your picture. I asked him if he knew you and he said you’re the daughter’s lecturer. He said so many good things about you and I reached out to you. We were both surprised that we missed each other at the wedding. During our chat you told me you’re on six months sick leave. Then I knew something serious is happening to Pady Sol. You asked me to continue to pray for you which I did until the last day. I’m glad I told you about how amazing you’re. It is difficult to accept you’re no more Prof. Igunare but the memories of you I have are so pleasant that I’m glad I met someone like you at that SWANA event years ago in Abeokuta.

I will hold on to memories and remember all your kind words and encouragements. Good night my mentor and friend Prof. Solomon Igunare. No doubt life is too short.

Dr. Igunare you will be greatly missed, the news of your departure is still a bitter pill for me to swallow.

I recall vividly the impact you made in my life during my 100lvl days in school. You were selfless, you were a father, you were an advisor.

I know I shall see you again on the resurrection morning when we shall part no more.

Thank God for the life well spent of my dear in- law. He shall forever be remembered for his simplicity and matured way of addressing issues.
May your gentle soul continue to rest in peace till we meet to part no more. Adieu Dr. Iguanre Solomon

Writers don't Die, they Live On!

Dear Dr Solomon Iguanre, thank you for leaving a profound mark on the sand of time.

Your tremendous contributions to literary works can't be forgotten in a hurry.

We love you but God love you the most; keep resting in the bossom of your beloved creator.

Dr Solomon Iguanre, Solo, as I sometimes used to call him, was a friend and mentor. We first met at an ANA (Association of Nigerian Authors) Oyo meeting. We worked together in a few committees. He put in charge of a couple of committees. He really challenged me.

Although our main connection was through writing, he helped to bring out my leadership skills both at the ANA Oyo level and at the SWANA level. I had not concluded whether or not to go to Osogbo in April this year when he called me and said that I was to represent him there. I reported back to him when I returned. I knew he was sick but...

Solo will forever live in my heart.

You're a rare gem an enigma. Knowing you was a blessing and opportunity for me personally. Words enough can't explain your impact to mankind. Your demise came as a great shock. I'm sure you're resting well in the Lord.
Adieu Paddy Sol

I remember meeting you in class for the first time in my 100 Level. And for some weird reason, I automatically assumed you were going to be a "wicked" lecturer, and I started to get a little bit scared (oh how silly of me). My view about you changed before the end of the class after I saw how relaxed and happy my colleagues were to be in your class. Ever since then, I looked forward to your classes and you gradually became my favourite lecturer. Ohhh, you were the best. The absolute best. I was always talking about you to my parents and they eventually started calling me "omo Iguanre" which I was so proud of. You were more than a lecturer to me, you were the best definition of the word "teacher". When I had difficulties getting some of the books for our classes, you willingly told my dad you would get all my books for me during the holidays, and then wait till resumption to get refunded. I mean, who does that if not a kind hearted father? I remember how you told my dad about how much you believed in me when I chose a totally different career path. It was like that was all my dad needed to hear before agreeing to send me to fashion school. You believed in me even before I started this career. You even gave me business ideas, and gave me money even when I wasn't thinking about or expecting it. I could not just wait to make that money and then come back to spoil you with gifts just to show my appreciation and also to show you how much you mean to me, but it breaks my heart so badly to know all that won't be happening anymore. My success story can't be told without your name in it, and I promise to make you proud. I miss you so much that it hurts Dr. Iguanre, and I still can't stop the tears from flowing. You were a good man. You were different. You were the best, and I'm grateful that I got to meet such an amazing soul like you. It's painful to accept the fact that you're no more, but we can't question God because He knows best and we totally surrender to His will. You will be missed beyond words. I pray God will console your family and give them the grace to bear this huge loss.

Rest easy dear Dr. Iguanre

ADETUNJI OLUWADETAN. O
23/5/22

Rest in peace Uncle Solomon,you were a great influence for me growing up you are greatly missed ☹️☹️☹️

How could I have known that your birthday message to me on April 20 2022 would be the last communication between us? Dr Solomon Iguanre you played the role of a good brother and friend to me just as you did to many others. You displayed your gift of writing to the fullest and gave the world the best of your kind heart. You showed love, affection and compassion for all and hated no one. The illness that took you away from us denied us the privilege of a lifetime acquaintance with a rare breed that you were...intelligent, loving, ebullient, creative and above all, Godly. May your gentle soul continue to rest in peace till we meet yonder.

*Adieu Solomon Iguanre*

Just like that, Solomon Iguanre died while we looked on.

It's bewildering why good people die so soon.

Should we become evil to live long?

Why will a rallying soul cease to live because we cannot rally effectively in coherence to rescue or is it ordained by the Creator that in confusion we loose a jewel of great value like Solomon?

GOD ALMIGHTY, who are we to question your knowledge of the end from the beginning?

In my grief, I reason that since heaven is saturated with enough good, YOU should leave good men to live longer on earth to make paradise here.

Console us ETERNAL ONE as the reservoir of our tears is not enough to sooth the pain of the untimely passing of Solomon Iguanre.

Rest on in peace in the Bosom of the LORD dear brother.

✝️✝️✝️✝️✝️✝️✝️

Paul Oni
14/05/2022

where I wan start from, I was just like your bodyguard anywhere you go. You always dey encourage persin, always dey support. A PEACE MAKER. I still never believe say I no go see you again, but God know as e dey go. Rest on my friend, my brother, my father, my guy !!! 58 gunshot for you Prof!!

It still feels like a dream...
It feels like another creative work in progress...
I know this is a mere suspense,
Because the one who draws out talents in others;
Inspires,
Defends,
Gives,
Serves,
As eye to the blind
Husband to widows
... father to the fatherless
Fountain of joy,
Sacrifice,
Creativity,
LOVE...
Cannot die.
You live on Paddy Sol;
Forever in our hearts!

Prof Iguanre was an inspiration. He encouraged and supported my writing dream every step of the way. Ever patient, ever kind, ever compassionate, empathetic and loving, always going out of his way to make others happy and fulfilled.
We cannot question God, but we trust you are in a better place where only angels like yourself, reside
Sun re oo

Death is not the end of life, it is a part of it.
The darkness you have tasted is perhaps a bright light.
I may not know. We may be unaware, but I am sure your legacy will lead others to the realization of their purposes. You are on an endless mission now, like time indefinitely you are not a waste. Your legacy is fixing lives.
Rest on Giant!

Volumes to write about Dr. Solomon Iguanre. Yet, it is difficult to write! Or where do I start from? He was such an amiable personality who would strike something in you, if one is meeting him for the first time. My first contact with him was at the Theatre Arts Department of University of Ibadan. He was years ahead of me as student. Always neat in his simple dressing. Soft spoken, easy going and very reticent. But what he won't say in day to day conversation he did say with his writing. His Laffomania Theatre outfit dominated the stage of Ibadan for years!

A very committed Writer and a good manager of men. Our paths crossed again outside UI at the South West Authors Forum. He was a key figure in the formation of the forum of South West Authors. We worked together closely many years in the coordination of the forum. He was the Coordinating Chairman whilst I served in the capacity of Secretary. He was a good team player and a leader who would readily take the advice of others. Very accommodating, open-minded, brilliant, pro-active and logical in his reasoning. 
Dr. Iguanre shouldn't have left the stage of life when he did! His demise is a personal loss to me as we were set on putting the South West Authors Forum on a new & higher pedestal, just before his demise!

I am going to miss him. But my solace is in the fact that he had gone home to rest. Sleep on beloved brother. You were here with us, weeks ago & where you are now, we would be; it is just a matter of time! Till we meet in the morning, good night my brother and friend. 

Dr Solomon Iguanre picked particular interest in me in his literature class of my 2nd year, called me for a frank talk during which he advised I join the Babcock University Literary Arts Society, BULAS, of which I'd eventually become the President while he was Patron. He brought out in me everything I ever knew in the dramatic arts. He'd later on encourage me to become a published author, and remained in contact with me until his death, always being an inspiration - defying the formal, Africanist lecturer-(ex-)student relationship bars.

I wouldn't forget the elation I felt, when I got report from my father of the unreserved encomiums you threw on my name at the last reading of the Association of Nigerian Authors, ANA Ogun you attended, regarding my time under your tutelage in university. You were, as usual, modest enough not to mention, even in passing, your valued contributions to who I'd later become.

"MyProf" - as I called you, even in death, you remain my outstanding, academic and socio-moral role model, father, biggest brother, lecturer, friend, motivator, business partner. Everything.

Even in death.

Dad Samuel, you are such an happy man. You will be missed forever!

My first contact with Dr Solomon Igunare was during my diploma years. He earned my respect as a good friend, a master of his art ( writer and director) and an astute scholar. He was always concerned with my progress and meant well for me always. He was there to celebrate my little wins and achievements. I will miss your open mindedness, amiable personality and brotherly love. Your exit will forever remain painful but I will continue to cherish your sweet memories. Fly high on the wings of eagle to your haven. Rest on beloved in the bossom of your saviour where pain has no grip on you. Sleep well Solo...until resurrection morning.

Just still can’t come to terms that you are gone. The pain has become so real and has become a companion.
My solace is that; great mind like you do not die. They are always inscribed in the hearts of his loved ones. You will live eternally in our hearts. The creator have you in His keeping, we have you in our hearts. We will sadly miss you, but never forgotten. Adieu dearest cousin. Good night!
Bright Usifoh, Cousin.

Oga Solo, each passing day, I see you in my mind - your voice, your laughter, your smile, etc.
You used to call me, "Igu Baba!" We used to chill out at "Kofi J" with other writers once in a while and we hope to continue with the get-together as regular as we could. But sickness and death put an end to our joy.
Oga Solo, we tried in our little way to ensure that you live but death picked you at the prime of your life. I weep each time it dawned on me that we won't see again and forever.
Good night, oh friend, as I bleed in pain of losing you.

Oga Solo, as I always called him, was my first boss at Educare Trust Ibadan in 1997. He interviewed me when i first got employed and since then, I have learnt a lot from him. He was a teacher and a brother to me. I worked under him for almost 10years. He exposed me to many field works, artistic works and humanitarian works.
I was shocked when I heard that he was seriously sick and later gave up the ghost. So sad and painful.
My sincere condolences to the wife, Aunty Bimbo, Samuel & the entire family. He will be sorely missed. Educare Trust has lost a pioneering gem. May God grant the family fortitude to bear this painful loss. Rest in Perfect Peace Oga Solo.

Dr Iguanre you were a great teacher, friend and father to your students. I pray the Lord comforts for your family in Jesus name. You will be missed. Rest in Power

I really do not know where to start, i don't even know how to. You left an indelible impact on my life and the lives of plenty others. Thank you for believing in me, I promise to make you proud. Rest in Power my Dear Mentor

I can beat my chest and voice out loud that i have never seen a man in the department of language and literary studies like Dr Iguanre Solomon. The people's man, a man with a true spirit of leadership a pure breed of Thespian his style of teaching wasn't just about theories but practicality and expression of one's own character in his teaching. Rest well great mind

Dr Solomon Iguanre was a great Thespian and writer who was devoted to sharing his knowledge and helping his students reach their potential. He had a laugh that will make you think of nothing else but the happiness in that moment and his frown was equally thought provoking, he definitely knew how to balance it. He taught me everything I know in acting and writing, he always pushed me to strive for more and he was relentless at it. I am grateful to have known him and learnt from him. I could not have asked for a better mentor. RIP SOLOMON IGUANRE

You were indeed a true thespian and you ignited a spirit of showmanship in me. You’re gone but your works live. Love you mentor