Nigeria’s former Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun, has lost her husband, Anthony Adeniyi Adeosun.
A press release signed by C. A. Adeosun, on behalf of the family said Mr. Niyi Adeosun, 62, died on August 5 in Lagos.
The family said the late Adeosun is survived by his wife; children; and siblings, including Adewale Adeosun, founder of Kuramo Capital.
The family said the Christian burial arrangements for Niyi would be announced in due course.
“Though our hearts are heavy, we take comfort in the assurance of God’s Word: ‘Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord… that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them’ (Revelation 14:13),” the family’s press release reads.
“The family requests privacy during this difficult period as we grieve our irreplaceable loss. Details of the funeral and Christian burial arrangements will be communicated in due course.
“We thank all who have reached out with prayers, condolences, and support.”
Mrs. Adeosun, the deceased’s widow served as minister of finance, under then-President Muhammadu Buhari, from 2015 to 2018.
Former Finance Minister, Kemi Adeosun, Loses Husband.
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