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NaijAid UK Founder Celebrates Mum’s 75th Birthday in Grand Lagos Celebration

NaijAid UK Founder Celebrates Mum’s 75th Birthday in Grand Lagos Celebration
**NaijAid UK Founder Celebrates Mum's 75th Birthday in Style in Lagos** Last week, Lagos played host to a grand celebration as Dr Lanre Nehan-Babalola, the founder of NaijAidUK, and her siblings, marked a remarkable milestone in the life of their mother, Aduni Felician (Iyadunni Felicia) Nehan. The occasion was to commemorate the 75th birthday of this incredible woman, who has inspired countless individuals with her values of compassion, discipline, resilience, and enterprise. The event, which drew guests from Nigeria and the UK, including healthcare leaders, charity partners, members of the NaijAid UK Board, friends, and family, was a testament to the strong network behind the organisation's growing global impact. As much as it was a birthday celebration, the occasion paid tribute to the woman whose remarkable life story has laid the foundation for a lasting culture of service. Among the notable guests were Gbemi Sanwo, Legal Adviser to NaijAid UK Trustees, Folorunso Oginni, Ven. & Archdeacon of Ikorodu Archdeaconry of the Anglican Communion, Barrister Morayo Lebi, and Senatorial Aspirant for Ondo South Senatorial District, Morayo Lebi (wife), Francesca Ayeola, Actor and anchor of the event, Niyi Johnson, and Actress, Bimbo Oshin, among others. Mrs. Nehan, who turned 75 on March 1st, 1951, in Esale Iko, Lagos, has lived a life of determination, courage, and unwavering faith. As a young child, she spent much of her early years in Ode-Aye, Okitipupa, under the care of her grandmother, Ma Marian Olabokunde, the respected Matron of Methodist Church, Ode Aye. There, she learned valuable skills in trading, self-confidence, and the importance of hard work in achieving success. As she grew older, Mrs. Nehan's entrepreneurial instincts led her to start her own trading business, which she built from scratch. Her remarkable story has inspired many, and her family is proud to celebrate this milestone in her life. For Dr Lanre Nehan-Babalola and her siblings, the celebration was a way to thank their mother for her unwavering support and guidance over the years. As they looked to the future, they were inspired to continue her legacy of service and philanthropy through their work with NaijAidUK. In Nigeria, we often celebrate our mothers as the pillars of strength and faith in our families. Mrs. Nehan's story is a testament to the power of hard work, determination, and resilience. Her life is a shining example of what it means to live a life of purpose and service, and her family is proud to celebrate this remarkable woman
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