RIP Prof. Dora Akunyili Has Passed On At Age 59

We've heard rumours of her death a few times before but unfortunately this time it's for real. 

Former Director General of  NAFDAC and former Minister of Information Prof. Dora Akunyili has died. 

She died in the Indian hospital where she was taken to on May 11 to receive medical treatment after her health deteriorated.

Various reliable sources have confirmed her passing. She was only 59. So sad! May her soul rest in peace, Amen.

Dora Akunyili Sends Thank You Message From Hospital Bed

Former Minister of Information and Communications, Mrs Dora Akunyili has thanked Nigerians and her friends all over the world for the support they have been giving her in the last few days since she was urgently flown abroad when her health deteriorated. Speaking through her media advisor, Akunyili said

Nothing To Worry About Either My Health Or Present Stature - Dora Akunyili

Former Minister of Information and Communications, Professor Dora Akunyili has denied reports that she was seriously sick and currently out of the country and in need of urgent prayers.

Professor Akunyili in a statement on tuesday said: "This story is baseless, unfounded and the handiwork of mischief makers. It should be ignored and discarded in its entirety.