When Erelu of Lagos, Abiola Dosunmu, Hosted Eminent Personalities

The sartorial elegance that radiates around her anytime she appears gives her a distinct outlook and places her in a league of her own. Her gait, young and stunning looks would sway and stop any man in his tracks. At 77, not many in her age group have this demeanour. Highly sophisticated, urbane and well-cultured, Abiola Dosunmu, the Erelu Kuti IV of Lagos, is simply in her world, and no one comes close to her.

As the custodian and promoter of Lagos’ enduring cultural values the woman of substance is well-respected and revered. Recently, the cosmopolitan beauty gathered eminent personalities to celebrate the 50th anniversary of her title as Erelu of Lagos.

Activities at the event, held at the Lagos City Hall, included cultural displays, traditional performances, symposiums and literary works on Lagos State. The event was a perfect blend of tradition and modernity, reflecting the dynamic nature of Lagos under her influence.

Some of the dignitaries who attended included former President Olusegun Obasanjo; Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo Olu and his wife, Adejoke; Kessington Adebutu; Kwara State first lady, Olufolake AbdulRazaq; former Ekiti State first lady, Bisi Fayemi; Labour Party Lagos State governorship candidate in the 2023 election, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour; Bisi Olatilo, among others.

The celebration not only highlighted her influence as a businesswoman and socialite but also paid homage to Dr Dosunmu’s enduring legacy and contributions to the development of her community.

The traditional aristocrat was installed the Erelu Kuti of Lagos, the highest female royal position in Lagos in 1974 by the late Oba Adeyinka Oyekan, the Oba of Lagos.