President Tinubu Extends Heartfelt Condolences to Agbaje Family

FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – President Bola Tinubu has expressed his deepest sympathies to Jimi and Segun Agbaje, as well as the entire Agbaje family, over the passing of their beloved mother, Margaret Olabisi Agbaje, on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

Mrs. Margaret Olabisi Agbaje was a renowned educator, community leader, and former President of the Catholic Women Organisation (CWO) within the Lagos Ecclesiastical Province.

Her dedication to education and community service left an indelible mark on all who encountered her.

Throughout her remarkable career, Mrs. Agbaje made notable contributions to the educational sector. She made significant contributions to education. She taught mathematics at Holy Child College, Lagos (1953–1959), served at St. Joseph’s Teacher Training College, Surulere (1960-1971), and led as the Headmistress of St. Catherine’s Model School, Surulere (1971–1982).

Her influence on her students was profound and lasting.

Mrs. Agbaje’s influence on her students was profound and lasting, with many achieving excellence under her mentorship.

President Tinubu praised Mrs. Agbaje’s unwavering commitment to education and nation-building, recognizing her as a beacon of teaching, learning, and discipline.

He emphasized that her legacy continues to thrive through her children and countless others she guided toward success.

“Mama Agbaje’s life was a testament to kindness, humility, and unwavering dedication to education. To her students, her greatest fulfillment was seeing their triumphs,” President Tinubu stated.

Beyond her educational endeavors, Mrs. Agbaje was a formidable leader within the Catholic community. As President of the Catholic Women Organisation (CWO), Lagos Ecclesiastical Province, she held key leadership roles in various church societies, further cementing her legacy of service and faith.

President Tinubu urged the Agbaje family and all who mourn Mrs. Agbaje’s passing to find comfort in their faith and the lasting impact of her well-lived life.

He concluded his condolence message with prayers for her soul’s peaceful repose, stating, “May her goodness be a lasting memory to all whose lives she enriched.”