Funso Lawal Celebrates Milestone Age with a Difference

The late Scottish theologian and author, William Barclay, was celebrated for writing several books with great appeal. In one of his very inspiring quotes, Barclay, also a renowned television and radio presenter, said: “There are two great days in a person’s life: the day we are born and the day we discover why.”

 Interestingly, among the few great personalities in the world who may be said to have internalised the true essence of Barclay’s thought-provoking words is Otunba Funso Lawal, the Chairman, Sogenal Petroleum, who turned 70 on Friday, July 11.

Society Watch gathered that the iconic chairman spent the day with his creator,  as he visited the Kabbah in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, for prayers.

Lawal, who was formerly the chairman of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), used the birthday occasion to launch his much-awaited Otunba Funso Lawal Foundation.

The foundation will provide financial assistance to Nigerians pursuing higher education in secondary and tertiary institutions, while it will also pay hospital bills of those in need of good healthcare across the country.

Over the years, Lawal has lifted countless souls with his magnanimity. He has also lavished his favours on millions around the globe, providing a torch that lights the dark path of the hopeless in society.

Though he does not court publicity for his humanitarian gestures, his worthy deeds have not gone unnoticed, as he has been deservedly honoured at home and abroad.