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AfDB President Akinwunmi Adesina’s mother is dead at 92

African Development Bank (AfDB) President, Dr. Akinwunmi Adesina has announced the death of his mother, Eunice O. Adesina.

Adesina took to his twitter handle to announce the death of his mother on Thursday.

Eunice died at the age of 92.

The AfDB president eulogised her mother, saying he was blessed to have her as his mother.

He was proud to have been given birth to, nursed, cared for and brought up by her mother, saying he would be forever grateful.

Adesina wrote: “My darling mother, Eunice O. Adesina passed away today at the age of 92. I am blessed you were my mother. You gave birth to me, nursed me, cared for and brought me up.

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“I am forever grateful Mum. So long sweet Mum, greet Dad and sleep well. I love you. Your loving baby, Akins

Condolence have been pouring in on twitter consoling Adesina on the demise of her mother.

Alao Abiodun wrote: “Condolences sir! May her gentle soul rest in peace!”

Gina Din added: “Am so sorry for your loss. How blessed are you to have had her for so many years. May you find strength and comfort at this difficult time.”

Mayo Oyelowo said “Accept my condolences sir, May God repose her soul and May her memories be a blessing .”

Babs Adewumi wrote: “Sorry for your loss. It must be a tough one to take despite her age.”

Abdulrashid Iliya added: “My sincere condolences to you and your family sir. May God give you and your family the fortitude to bear the loss. Accept my condolences sir.”

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