Nigeria has lost a trailblazing icon in education, law, and public service with the passing of Chief (Mrs.) Leila Euphemia Apinke Fowler (née Moore), the Yeye Mofin of Lagos and founder of the prestigious Vivian Fowler Memorial College for Girls. She died at the age of 91.
She was the founder of the prestigious Vivian Fowler Memorial College for Girls, a school that has, for decades, nurtured generations of young women into leadership and excellence. Renowned for her passion for education and commitment to girl-child empowerment, Chief (Mrs.) Fowler left behind a legacy that will continue to shape Nigeria’s educational landscape.
As the Yeye Mofin of Lagos, she was also a respected community leader whose contributions extended beyond the classroom, earning her admiration and recognition across Nigeria.
Her passing marks the end of an era, but her vision and impact live on through the thousands of lives she touched.
