A former Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun, has lost her husband, Anthony Adeniyi Adeosun, who passed away in Lagos on Tuesday at the age of 62.

According to a statement issued by the Adeosun family on Thursday, he died on August 5 after a life devoted to God, his family and service to others. 

The announcement, signed by Reverend C. A. Adeosun on behalf of the family, expressed “profound sorrow, yet total submission to the will of Almighty God.”

The family described the late Adeosun as a distinguished businessman and committed Christian, whose life was marked by integrity, generosity and steadfast faith. They noted that he earned the admiration of many through his devotion to God, hard work and unwavering commitment to his family and community.

“Niyi was a distinguished businessman and a devoted Christian whose integrity, generosity, and steadfast faith touched the lives of all who knew him,” the statement read. “He lived a life defined by hard work, service to God and an unwavering commitment to his family and community.”

He is survived by his wife, Kemi; their children; siblings; and extended family members, including Adewale Adeosun, founder of Kuramo Capital.

The family said it remains comforted by its Christian faith and belief in eternal rest, citing Revelation 14:13: “Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord… that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them.”

They appealed to the public to respect their privacy during this period of mourning and noted that details of the funeral and Christian burial arrangements will be announced later.

The family also expressed gratitude to friends, associates and well-wishers for their prayers, condolences and support, praying that his soul rests in perfect peace.

Kemi Adeosun served as Nigeria’s Minister of Finance between 2015 and 2018 under the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari.