President Bola Tinubu has felicitated with Alhaja Lateefat Olufunke Gbajabiamila on her 95th birthday he described her as a “revered leader, accomplished entrepreneur, and philanthropist.”
Alhaja Gbajabiamila, the mother of the President’s Chief of Staff, Right Honourable Femi Gbajabiamila, was celebrated for her “contributions to Nigeria’s socio-political landscape and her unwavering commitment to humanity and faith.”
In a Sunday statement released by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Tinubu praised the nonagenarian’s “unmatched kindness, humility, and unwavering dedication to serving God and humanity.”
He highlighted her influential role in politics as the first elected female local government chairperson during the Lateef Jakande Administration, describing her as a “formidable political force in Lagos and beyond.”
“When chronicling the women who have left lasting marks on Nigeria’s socio-political landscape, Alhaja Gbajabiamila’s name will undoubtedly stand out,” Tinubu remarked, underscoring her pioneering impact and service.
The President also expressed gratitude for her “support and consistent prayers” and offered prayers for her continued health and happiness.
“I ask God Almighty, whom she serves faithfully, to grant her many more years filled with good health, joy, and laughter,” he added.
