In loving memory

Chief Emmanuel Oladipo Adewale

May 10, 1945 - November 2, 2023

A father to many, a friend to all.

Life

Remembering Chief

Chief Emmanuel Oladipo Adewale was born in Abeokuta in 1945, the eldest son of a cocoa farmer and a trader. He carried his father’s faith and his mother’s head for figures all his life.

He studied at the University of Ibadan, married Adenike in 1972, and in 1980 founded Adewale & Sons, the printing business that would put four children through school and employ half a street.

He is remembered for arriving early, staying late, and never letting anyone leave his house hungry.

Journey

A life in moments

10 May 1945

Born in Abeokuta

The eldest of five children.

1968

Graduated, University of Ibadan

A degree in economics.

June 1972

Married Adenike

At the Cathedral Church of Christ, Marina.

15 March 1980

Founded Adewale & Sons

The printing press that became a Lagos institution.

2 November 2023

Passed away peacefully

Surrounded by family, at home.

Legacy

Achievements & honors

Founder, Adewale & Sons Press1980

Built one of Lagos’ best-known printing houses.

Chieftaincy title conferred1996

Recognised for service to the Abeokuta community.

Lifetime Service Award2015

From the Nigerian Printers’ Association.

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Family

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In their words

Tributes & memories

“Daddy, you taught me that a name is worth more than money. I will spend my life proving you right.”

Tunde Adewale

Son

“Fifty years of friendship and not one harsh word between us. Sleep well, my brother.”

Rev. Samuel Ogunb,

Family friend

“He gave me my first job and my first suit. Everything I have, I owe to that man.”

Ngozi Eze

Former apprentice

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Gathering

Service of Songs & Interment

When: Friday, 24 November 2023 at 10:00
Where: Cathedral Church of Christ, Marina
Address: 29 Marina, Lagos Island, Lagos
Notes: Reception to follow at the family residence. Traditional attire welcome.

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