President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended heartfelt congratulations to renowned educationist and diplomat, Professor Mary Nanwor Lar, as she marks her 90th birthday.
In a statement issued yesterday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President lauded Prof. Lar’s pioneering accomplishments in education, diplomacy, and national development, describing her as a “pace-setter” and a “shaper of generations.”
Born on May 15, 1935, in Langtang, Plateau State, Prof. Lar’s storied career began in the classroom, where she dedicated herself to educating and mentoring young Nigerians across various government secondary schools.
Her commitment to excellence eventually led her to the University of Jos, where she etched her name in history as the first female professor from Northern Nigeria.
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President Tinubu praised her as a trailblaser who not only excelled in academics but also represented Nigeria with distinction on the international stage, notably as the country’s ambassador to the Netherlands.
The President also reflected on Prof. Lar’s steadfast support during the tenure of her late husband, Chief Solomon Lar, the first civilian governor of Plateau State and a prominent political figure in Nigeria’s democratic history.
“Professor Lar’s life has been one of service—to knowledge, to her community, and to the nation. Her enduring legacy in shaping lives through education and diplomacy is worthy of celebration,” the President said.
President Tinubu prayed for God’s continued blessings upon the nonagenarian, wishing her good health and many more years of impactful service to her community and the nation.