PUBLIC PRESENTATION OF THE BOOK:
“GENERAL DR. YAKUBU GOWON, GCFR, PSC, JSSC”

Thursday, December 17, 2026 | 10:30 a.m.

Your Majesty,

On behalf of General Yakubu Gowon, GCFR, and the Board of Trustees of the Hallmarks of Labour Foundation (HLF), we are honoured to invite Your Majesty to serve as the Royal Father of the Day at the public presentation of the book titled “GENERAL DR. YAKUBU GOWON, GCFR, PSC, JSSC.”

The book chronicles the life and contributions of General Dr. Yakubu Gowon, former Head of State and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. It is authored by Patricia Otuedon-Arawore, with a Foreword by Alhaji Femi Okunnu, SAN, CON, distinguished legal luminary and former Federal Commissioner for Works and Housing (1967–1974).

Founded in 1996, the Hallmarks of Labour Foundation is dedicated to identifying and celebrating exemplary role models whose lives reflect integrity, patriotism, and dedicated service. Through its Book Series, the Foundation documents the achievements of Nigeria’s contemporary icons who have devoted their lives to national development and made remarkable contributions both locally and internationally.

These publications seek to preserve the legacies of distinguished Nigerians while inspiring future generations to embrace hard work, integrity, and excellence.

EVENT DETAILS

Date: Thursday, December 17, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Venue: Main Auditorium, Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA), Kofo Abayomi Road, Victoria Island, Lagos.

His Excellency, General Yakubu Gowon, would be delighted if Your Majesty could kindly reserve this date and honour the occasion with Your Majesty’s esteemed presence.

For further enquiries, please contact the undersigned on 08033197943 or via email at info@hallmarksoflabour.org. Additional information about the Foundation is available at www.hallmarksoflabour.org.

Please accept, Your Majesty, the assurances of our highest esteem, deep respect, and warm regards.

Yours sincerely,

Patricia Otuedon-Arawore
Author
Executive Secretary
Hallmarks of Labour Foundation