President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Alhaja Lateefat Olufunke Gbajabiamila on the conferment of an honorary Doctor of Science (D.Sc. Honoris Causa) in Business Administration by Summit University, Offa, Kwara State.
In a statement on Friday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President joined family, friends and well-wishers in celebrating the 96-year-old United Kingdom–trained nurse, describing her as a distinguished nonagenarian, trailblazer and matriarch of the Gbajabiamila family of Lagos.
Tinubu noted that Alhaja Gbajabiamila blazed a trail in Nigeria’s public service as the first female elected chairman of a local government in Lagos State, a feat that underscored her resilience and commitment to public good.
He expressed admiration for her life of professional excellence and community service, commending Summit University for recognising her pioneering contributions to the nursing profession.
The President also applauded the institution’s decision to name its proposed College of Nursing after her, describing the gesture as a fitting tribute to her lifelong passion for healthcare delivery and human development.
“The naming of the Lateefat Gbajabiamila College of Nursing ensures that Mama Gbaja’s legacy of compassion, discipline, and service will continue to inspire future generations of caregivers and leaders,” the President said.
Tinubu further saluted Alhaja Gbajabiamila for her steadfast devotion to faith and community through the Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria, and for raising a family that has continued to distinguish itself in public service, particularly her son, Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to the President and former Speaker of the House of Representatives.
While rejoicing with her family on the occasion of the award ceremony in Lagos on Saturday, January 31, the President prayed that Almighty Allah would continue to bless Alhaja Gbajabiamila with good health and the joy of witnessing the fruits of her lifelong labour for humanity.
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