One is compelled to use these fitting but seemingly contradictory adjectives to describe the great personality that was exuded by the iconic giant. I had the privilege to work with Reginald at BEDIA, BITC’s forerunner, where he had come on board as a junior research officer. The more I got well acquainted with him, the more I appreciated his great qualities as a human being and a professional colleague.
Reginald had a string of letters following his names. Despite this, not being one to rest on his oars, at the time of his demise, he was pursuing a doctoral programme. He was allergic to playing in the zone delineated for mere mortals. His thirst for knowledge was unparalleled. Through his resourcefulness, he succeeded in crafting for himself a space in the Ivy League! Only a few would ever match the scale of achievement of this impassioned go-getter. Had Reginald been a footballer he would have played with the likes of Ronaldinho, arguably the finest player to ever grace the premier football world. Had he been an athlete he would have raced with Bolt, the fastest sprinter in the history of world athletics. And had he been a car racing enthusiast, he would have raced with the likes of Hamilton, the greatest Formula One driver of all times.
