Opinion
Ede Born Media Guru, Olumide Lawal Turns 72
A stylist and accomplished media, public relations expert was born to Baba Abdul,-Wahab Iyanda a d Mama Rafatu Ayoka Lawal, both of blessed memory.
Abdul-Lateef, however was raised from infancy by his late paternal grandmother, Alhaja Sinatu Abegbe, who was so fond of him, that she was referred to as IYA LATI.
At 72, charismatic Olumide Lawal remains as fresh as lily, despite little health challenges he went through in the last quarter of year 2023. He literally worked through the valleys of shadow of death. But Olumide Lawal trust and faith In God was unshaken.
He is using this medium to thank God and People of goodwill for remaining steadfast with him. At 72, Olumide Lawal remains a solid reference point In the dynamic realms of journalism and public relations practice.
Olumide Lawal served meritoriously in different capacities at Radio Nigeria, Ibadan, Nigeria Sugar Company, Bacita, Post and Telegraphy, Akure.
He was af various times media consultant to late Senator Isiaka Adeleke, whom he served as executive chairman, directorate of information public relations and thinktank under Governor’s office.
He was also constant to Senator Yarima Sanni of Zamfara State. Cocoa industry Ede among other notable clients. He is reputed for his great skill in feature writing and documentary production.
Married and blessed with good and God fearing children. This is to say happy birthday and many happy returns as Ede born Olumide Lawal, turns 72 today January 11th, 2024.