Oyo Deputy Gov’s Wife Honors Family Lawyer at Daughter’s Wedding

The wife of the Oyo State Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Ajibola Lawal, on Friday, honored Barrister Dapo Esan and his family at the wedding ceremony of their daughter, Ewaoluwa Esan, held at Bashorun Hall, Ibadan Civic Centre, Ibadan.

Ewaoluwa tied the knot with her heartthrob, Oluwatobi Akande, whom she met during their undergraduate days at the University of Ibadan.

Lawyer Esan has a long-standing professional relationship with the Deputy Governor, Barr. Abdul-Raheem Adebayo Lawal, having served as an apprentice and legal associate in his firm for many years.

The celebration was marked by a display of elegance, with guests dressed in white and coffee brown. The bride and groom were donned green for the introduction before changing into sparkling attire for the engagement.

During the proceedings, both the bride’s and groom’s families shared their joy and blessings. The father of the bride, Lawyer Esan, and his family, who hail from Ilesha and are devout Christians, expressed gratitude for their children’s upbringing.

The Akande family, from Ibadan and also Christian, equally welcomed their new daughter-in-law from Osun State, praying for the couple’s happiness and good offspring.

While speaking, Chief (Mrs) Ajibola Lawal, representing both herself and her husband at the event, highlighted Lawyer Esan’s deep connection with their family.

She noted that he has been a close business associate and a lawyer in her husband’s chambers since 1999, during his tenure as Attorney General and Chief Justice of Oyo State.

The wife of the Deputy Governor however described Lawyer Esan as more than a friend, emphasizing their long-standing bond, and considering him like a brother.

She also praised Pastor Esan, the bride’s father, as a man who has served diligently in her husband’s chambers.

While wishing the newlyweds a successful marriage, Chief (Mrs) Ajibola Lawal assured the groom’s family of Ewaoluwa’s excellent upbringing and character, assuring that she would be a source of joy.

Chief Ajibola Lawal concluded with prayers for God’s blessings upon their union.