President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his heartfelt condolences to the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mr. Kolo Mele Kyari, following the death of his daughter, Fatima Kyari.
Fatima passed away on Friday at the age of 25 after a long battle with illness.
In a statement released by the Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu conveyed his sympathy to Mr. Mele Kyari and his family, describing the loss as “irreparable and painful.”
“The President sympathizes with Kyari and the rest of the family on the irreparable and painful loss,” the statement read. “President Tinubu prays for the repose of the soul of Fatima and urges the Kyari family to stay strong at these trying times.”
Fatima Kyari’s untimely passing has been met with widespread expressions of grief and support from colleagues, friends, and well-wishers across the country. The President’s message is seen as a gesture of solidarity with one of the key figures in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.
Mr. Kyari, who has been at the helm of NNPCL, is well-regarded in the industry for his dedication to the development of Nigeria’s energy sector. The tragic news of his daughter’s demise has been a source of sorrow for the company and the broader community.
The President’s message emphasized the importance of family support during such difficult moments, urging the Kyari family to find solace in their bond and the prayers of those who care for them.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the Kyari family during this period of mourning,” the statement concluded.
