Mama Esther Olaoré Ayoka Ogunmodede — Called to the Bar
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Thursday 2nd April 2026 · 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM BST — Memories, Poems, Art & the Book of Esther
Born in 1937, Mama Esther Olaoré Ayoka Ogunmodede has lived with extraordinary purpose and grace across nearly nine decades here on earth. From the classrooms of Jos and Ibadan to the courts of law, from the BBC studio to her beloved farm of animals and crops, she has left no ground untouched by her remarkable spirit.
She is a woman of the Word — and fittingly, one of her favourite books of the Bible is the Book of Esther. Like her namesake, she understood what it meant to step forward with courage "for such a time as this." As Christians, we believe she is not gone but gloriously alive in a new realm with Yahweh Y'isho — Jesus — a realm we shall each enter at our own appointed time. We honour her by continuing to study the book she loved. If you knew her, we invite you to share your memories so we can add more of her awesomeness to this wonderful site.
By Yoruba tradition, we celebrate her life for at least a full month. Each gathering is an opportunity to give thanks for a life extraordinarily well lived.
The laying to rest of Mama Esther. A sacred farewell.
The beginning of the celebration of life, open to all who loved her.
Reading from the Book of Esther, sharing poems, artwork, designs and memories. Session 1 of 5 of our Thursday Bible Study series.
A gathering exclusively for her children and their spouses/partners, and her grandchildren and their spouses/partners — held at the mausoleum in her honour.
A 10-part series (5 sessions) exploring the Book of Esther — her beloved scripture. Each Thursday evening via Zoom.
A recital of the Book of Esther and song performed by her family.
A huge 90th Birthday Celebration Party in Honour of our Queen Esther Olaoré Ogunmodede.
Mama Esther was deeply fond of the Book of Esther. In her honour, we will explore all ten chapters across five Thursday sessions. Each gathering is an act of remembrance, study, and community.
All sessions via Zoom · Every Thursday · 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM BST
These projects carry the spirit and calling of Mama Esther Olaoré Ayoka Ogunmodede forward — rooted in her land, her faith and her lifelong love of education.
A permanent memorial to be constructed on her land in Ibadan, Nigeria by Eternal Home Funeral Service — a resting place worthy of her extraordinary life.
This is a private family project. We are not accepting external donations for the mausoleum.
A faith-based online school for children and young people from nursery through to university age — in the UK and Nigeria. Named after Isho, the Aramaic name of Yeshua.
Visit Isho College ↗Are you a family member with a project to add in her honour?
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