by Anike Jacobs

As we await the swearing-in of the newly elected Governor of Lagos state, we have decided to bring you a profile of woman that will occupy the office of the First Lady, Mrs Bolanle Akinwunmi Ambode.

1. Childhood

Mrs Bolanle Akinwunmi Ambode was born into the Odukomaiya family in Epe, on the 15^th of February, 1964.

 

 

2. Education

She attended St. Theresa’s College, Ibadan, Oyo State, before gaining admission into Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo to study Physics and graduated in 1989. She later had her Masters degree (MSc) in Public Administration in 1994.

 

 

3. Business/Career

Mrs. Ambode worked in different organization  before she finally found love in the kitchen. She then travelled to Israel to attend short courses in Bakery Technology. She returned shortly and started her bakery business called, Rehoboth Chops and Confectioneries Limited, based in Ogba.

 

 

4. Falling in love

Mrs Bolanle Akinwunmi met the governor elect during her days in LASU and they got married in 1991. The marriage is blessed with twins, a boy and a girl.

 

 

5. Charity

Mrs Akinwunmi is well known for her charity work. She is a cheerful giver and donates endlessly to motherless babies homes.