Mabel Segun Foundation

SERVICE OF SONGS AND FUNERAL SERVICE FOR MABEL DOROTHY SEGUN

DATE: 1st May & 2nd May, 2025

SERVICE OF SONGS LINK

https://youtube.com/live/bhbTF6nlA6I?feature=share

FUNERAL LINK

https://youtube.com/live/cQdmhvwTbTs?feature=share

Note: Live pictures will be enabled for Service of Songs by 5pm, Thursday May 1st, 2025.
Live pictures will be enabled for Funeral service by 10am, Friday May 2nd, 2025.

An Icon Goes Home

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of our beloved literary icon, Mabel Dorothy Segun (1930–2025).

Please see details of the Service of Songs and Funeral Service in the flyer below.

As previously shared in our press release, the Mabel Segun Foundation remains committed to preserving her legacy through ongoing literary and educational initiatives.

Mabel Segun Foundation Mourns the Passing of Literary Icon Mabel Segun

The Mabel Segun Foundation deeply mourns the passing of our beloved founder, literary icon, and cultural pioneer, Mabel Segun. A distinguished writer, poet, educator, and advocate for children’s literature. Mabel Segun’s impact on African literature and education remains immeasurable.

The family will announce funeral arrangements in due course, and we ask for privacy during this time as we honour her extraordinary life and legacy.

In tribute to her enduring contributions to literature and education, the Mabel Segun
Foundation remains steadfast in its mission to preserve and advance her vision. We invite support for the following initiatives dedicated to continuing her legacy:
1. The Mabel Segun Prize for Children's Literature: This annual award, to be presented every February at the Mabel Segun Conference, will celebrate excellence in African children’s literature, ensuring that young readers continue to have access to powerful and inspiring stories.

2. Mabel Segun Schools Outreach Program : Aimed at fostering a love for reading and creative expression among schoolchildren, this program will provide literary workshops, book donations, and mentorship opportunities to nurture the next generation of writers and readers.

3. The Cataloguing of Mabel Segun’s Papers: To safeguard her literary and intellectual contributions, the foundation is undertaking the meticulous preservation and organization of Mabel Segun’s manuscripts, letters, and archival materials for future scholars and readers.

We call upon literary enthusiasts, educational institutions, cultural organizations, and
well-wishers to support these projects in memory of Mabel Segun’s invaluable contributions to literature and education.

For inquiries, support, and further information, please contact:
Mabel Segun Foundation
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +234 802 313 2697

As we celebrate the life of Mabel Segun, we are committed to ensuring that her work
continues to inspire generations to come.

Bunmi Oyinsan, PhD,
3rd April 2025
For the Mabel Segun Foundation

L-R: Ndidi Chiazor Enenmor, Koko Kalango, and Wunmi Segun – Celebrating the literary and sports legacy of Mabel Segun at a memorable event filled with inspiration, storytelling, and fun!

These young champs gave it their all at the Table Tennis Mock Tournament, celebrating Mabel Segun’s sporting legacy. A day of fun, competition, and inspiration!

It was a day of learning, laughter, and legacy! Mabel Segun’s impact on children’s literature and sports was felt in every moment of this special day with the children. The future is bright with these young stars!

Celebrating Mabel Segun @ 95 – A Special Day for Children!

It's happening today!

Calling all young storytellers, readers, and sports lovers! Join us on Monday, 17th February 2025 at J. Randle Centre, Onikan, for a day filled with creativity and fun.

What’s Happening?
Children’s Writing Workshop – Let young minds explore their storytelling skills!
Readers’ Theatre – Watch stories come alive on stage!
Table Tennis Mock Tournament – Honoring Mabel Segun’s sports legacy!

📍 Venue: J. Randle Centre, Onikan
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate a literary and sports icon while inspiring the next generation!

Tag a young writer, reader, or sports lover & save the date!

You can also join the event virtually via Zoom. Find below the meeting details:

Topic: Mabel Segun @95
Time: Tuesday Feb 18, 2025 09:00 AM Africa/Lagos
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88489147987?pwd=gFqzdgjyttiEVmOU7ebjcGkzxfQlvV.1

Meeting ID: 884 8914 7987
Passcode: 851944

Click on the link in the bio 👆

See you there!

You can also join the event virtually via Zoom. Find below the meeting details:

Topic: Mabel Segun @95
Time: Tuesday Feb 18, 2025 09:00 AM Africa/Lagos
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88489147987?pwd=gFqzdgjyttiEVmOU7ebjcGkzxfQlvV.1

Meeting ID: 884 8914 7987
Passcode: 851944

See you there!

Celebrating Mabel Segun @ 95 – A Special Day for Children!

Calling all young storytellers, readers, and sports lovers! Join us on Monday, 17th February 2025 at J. Randle Centre, Onikan, for a day filled with creativity and fun.

What’s Happening?
Children’s Writing Workshop – Let young minds explore their storytelling skills!
Readers’ Theatre – Watch stories come alive on stage!
Table Tennis Mock Tournament – Honouring Mabel Segun’s sports legacy!

📍 Venue: J. Randle Centre, Onikan
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate a literary and sports icon while inspiring the next generation!

Tag a young writer, reader, or sports lover & save the date!

A Young Dreamer, A Timeless Inspiration

From her early years, Mabel Segun showed an unyielding passion for excellence—whether in literature, sports, or education. As a young girl, she dreamed beyond the limitations of her time, breaking barriers in children's literature while excelling as a table tennis champion. Her youthful determination laid the foundation for a lifelong journey of impact, shaping generations through storytelling and mentorship.

This post takes you back to where it all began—Mabel Segun in her youth, a visionary in the making. Her legacy proves that dreams, when pursued with passion and resilience, transcend time, inspiring both the past and the future.

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