Adebutu Mourns demise of Iyalode Lawson

We have learned of the loss of Mama Alaba Lawson, who was known as a prominent Iyalode of Yorubaland and the fourth Iyalode of Egba Kingdom.

It is with a heavy heart that we have got this news. Her life was a demonstration of the transformative potential of self-discipline, education, and selfless devotion to both her community and humanity.

𝙃𝙚𝙧 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙗𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙖𝙨 𝙖𝙣 𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙪𝙧, 𝙚𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙩, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙖𝙩 𝙫𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙡𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙘𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙡𝙚𝙛𝙩 𝙖𝙣 𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙠.

It is an inspiration to all of us that Iyalode Alaba Lawson was the first African student to achieve a 1st Class Diploma in Education with distinction at St. Nicholas Montessori Teachers’ Training College in England. Iyalode Alaba Lawson received her early education at St. James’ African Primary School in Abeokuta, and she went on to become the first African student to do so.

As we consider her legacy, we remember her as the Past President of NACCIMA, the first female National President of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA), and the first female President of the Federation of West African Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FEWACCI). In addition, she was the first female President of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA). Her commitment to the expansion of business and industry in Nigeria and West Africa will be remembered and cherished for all time.

Iyalode Lawson’s dedication to education was made clear by the fact that she founded the Lawson Group of Schools, which is responsible for offering a high-quality education to a large number of pupils. Her leadership encompassed the Board of Governing Council of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, which is located in Ogun State, as well as a variety of other human endeavors.

Furthermore, her philanthropic efforts, which include providing scholarships to less privileged pupils and students, supporting traders in elevating their businesses, and advocating against the mistreatment of women, are evidence of her compassion and dedication to improving the lives of others.

The late Iyalode of Yorubaland was not only a model of superior leadership but also a staunch advocate for the advancement of women’s rights. She is remembered as a symbol of greatness in both of these fields. Her persistent support for women in a variety of professions was demonstrated via the several positions she played, such as serving as the Matron of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Council, and the National Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), South-West Nigeria.

We extend our deepest condolences to the family of Iyalode Alaba Lawson, as well as her friends, associates, and all those whose lives she touched in any way, on behalf of Hon. Oladipupo Adebutu, Ogun PDP Gubernatorial Candidate in the just concluded 2023 election, and the entire Ogun State PDP family. In addition, we express our condolences on behalf of the entire Ogun State PDP family. During this trying moment, we feel your pain and share it with you.

We commemorate the legacy of Iyalode Alaba Lawson and the tremendous impact she had on our society as a whole while we lament the loss of an outstanding woman. While we grieve the loss of an illustrious woman, we celebrate the legacy she left behind. Her remembrance shall be held in the highest regard forever.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Iyalode Alaba Lawson’s family as we wait for additional information from them concerning the funeral preparations and offer our condolences during this time of loss. May God rest the departed soul of Iyalode Alaba Lawson in eternal peace.

Signed,

𝐀𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐢 𝐎𝐫𝐞𝐤𝐨𝐲𝐚
𝐷𝑖𝑟𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑜𝑟, 𝑀𝑒𝑑𝑖𝑎 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑃𝑢𝑏𝑙𝑖𝑐𝑖𝑡𝑦,
Ladi Adebutu Campaign Organization