Nigeria Founder of Vivian Fowler Memorial College for Girls, Leila Fowler, Dies at 91

The Digest:

Chief (Mrs.) Leila Fowler, the pioneering founder of Vivian Fowler Memorial College for Girls, has passed away at the age of 91. The school confirmed her death in a statement, honoring her legacy as a visionary educator, lawyer, and philanthropist who dedicated her life to empowering young women through quality education.

Key Points:

• Fowler founded the all-girls college in 1991, emphasizing excellence and leadership.
• She was described as a devout Christian, music lover, and mentor to countless educators.
• Fowler began her education at CMS Girls’ School, Lagos, and studied abroad in London.
• Her institution praised her motherly warmth and lasting impact on the educational community.
• She was celebrated for building not just a school, but a community focused on empowerment.
• Fowler’s legacy continues through the values and vision she instilled in the college.
• Tributes highlight her role as a pioneer in women’s education in Nigeria.

Her passing marks the end of an era, but her foundational work in girls’ education remains an enduring inspiration.

Sources: TheCable