Former Minister of Finance Kemi Adeosun has lost her husband, Anthony Adeniyi Adeosun, who died at the age of 62.

Anthony, popularly known as Niyi, passed away in Lagos on August 5, according to a statement issued by C. A. Adeosun on behalf of the family.

The statement disclosed that he is survived by his wife, children, and siblings, including Adewale Adeosun, founder of Kuramo Capital.

The family said funeral and Christian burial arrangements would be announced at a later date.

Expressing their grief, the family said:

“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 statement also appealed for privacy during the mourning period.

“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.”

Kemi Adeosun served as Nigeria’s Minister of Finance under former President Muhammadu Buhari from 2015 to 2018.