Hope in the Numbers: How Nigeria’s Rising Reserves and Falling Inflation Could Ease Everyday Struggles

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With foreign reserves rising to $40.11 billion as of July 18, Nigeria now has enough buffer to cover around 10 months of imports, offering a rare sense of stability in uncertain economic times. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) says the stronger reserves, paired with a slight easing in inflation to 22.22 per cent in June, could provide businesses and households with much-needed breathing space as the country navigates its economic recovery. Precious Ugwuzor reports

Against all odds, Nigeria has continued to witness significant improvement in macroeconomic indicators as seen in the rise moderation in inflation rate and growth in foreign reserves.

These macroeconomic advantages include the progressive narrowing of the gap between the official and parallel market rates as well as positive balance of payments.

The FX reforms, instituted by the Olayemi Cardoso-led Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), new policies instituted by the Federal Government to boost local production, reduce forex demand pressure, and lessen domestic prices have been instrumental to macroeconomic stability.

The expectations are that the apex bank sustains the forex reforms while the fiscal authority strengthens efforts at enhancing FX earnings, especially from gas, oil and non-oil exports.

Analysts said such moves will be sustaining inflation drop as seen in the last report released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) which revealed that the annual headline inflation eased by 0.75 per cent to 22.22 per cent in June from 22.97 per cent in May. The drop was largely driven by base effects, continued FX stability, and minimal volatility in energy prices.

Domestic economy / capital inflows

The domestic economy shows that economic activity remained on a firm upward trajectory in Q2-25, supported by easing inflationary pressures and naira stability, both of which have strengthened business confidence and production.

The CBN composite Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) averaged 52.2 points in Q2-25 indicating broad-based expansion across the agriculture, industry, and services sectors.

In emailed report to investors, analysts from Cordros Securities said: “We expect inflation to remain on a downward trend, especially as the naira is projected to remain stable. Additionally, we expect petroleum product prices to remain stable, supported by low global oil prices, which should help maintain steady transportation costs”.

They explained that capital inflows have equally rebounded since global financial pressures eased in May. The elevated naira yields and a stable FX market continued to attract foreign portfolio investments and bolster investor confidence.

Specifically, inflows from foreign investors surged by 315 per cent to $2.73 billion in June, the highest since March 2019, from $657.4 million in April, with Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPI) inflows accounting for 97.2 per cent of total foreign inflows. The rebound in inflows led to a decline in CBN interventions in forex market as demand pressures waned.

On the other hand, Nigeria’s external reserve has risen to $40.11 billion as of July 18, 2025, making it the highest level recorded since November 2024 when it hit $40.11 billion.

The $40.11 billion reserve level representing approximately 10 months of import cover, signals a significant boost to country’s foreign currency buffer.

This was disclosed by Cardoso during the 301st Monetary Policy Committee’s (MPC) meeting in Abuja. He explained that the rise in foreign reserve marked a significant rebound in Nigeria’s foreign currency buffers amid ongoing efforts to stabilize the exchange rate and rebuild investor confidence. The reserves spike happened despite relatively stronger CBN market intervention this year and external debt servicing as well as weak oil receipts.

Looking ahead, the analysts expect robust FX liquidity from both foreign and local sources, driven by strong market confidence, to continue supporting naira stability in the near term.

Looking ahead, analysts expect headline inflation to ease further in July, supported by a moderation in both food and core inflation components.

“Specifically, we anticipate the slowdown in food prices to be supported by improved market supply from early green harvests and the relative stability of the naira, which is expected to reduce pressure on imported food prices. Similarly, core inflation is projected to remain broadly stable, supported by a reduced exchange rate pass-through effect and steady energy prices,” they said.

Multiple FX sources activated

The CBN under Cardoso is cultivating multiple FX sources to increase dollar inflows, boost dollar access to manufacturers and retail end users.

From moves to improve diaspora remittances through new product development, the granting licenses to new International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs), implementing a willing buyer-willing seller FX model, and enabling timely access to naira liquidity for IMTOs, the apex bank has simplified dollar-inflow channels for authorized dealers and other players in the value chain.

The move has led to substantial accretion to the gross FX reserves and supported the stability of the naira.

Given that FX inflows to the economy are strategic in achieving monetary and fiscal policy stability, the CBN under Cardoso puts in a lot of efforts in attracting more inflows into the economy.

Diaspora remittances to Nigeria, estimated at $23 billion annually remain a reliable source of forex to the domestic economy. There are also other sources and policies that are being explored by the apex bank to keep dollar inflows coming.

The CBN’s initiatives have supported continued growth in these inflows, aligning with the institution’s objective of doubling formal remittance receipts within a year.

The remittances in the economy is expected to increase based on CBN’s ongoing efforts to bolster public confidence in the foreign exchange market, strengthen a robust and inclusive banking system, and promote price stability, which is essential for sustained economic growth.

Director of Trading at Verto, Charlie Bird, said dollar liquidity dynamic is now more balanced, with foreign investors and airlines able to repatriate funds.

Speaking during Cordros Asset Management seminar titled: “The Naira Playbook”, he said Nigeria is now darling of foreign investors because of improved dollar liquidity in the economy due to positive CBN’s reforms.

Oil production rise aids disinflation

In emailed report, Managing Director, Afrinvest West Africa, Ike Chioke, said crude oil production data from the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), captured the OPEC Monthly Oil Market Report (MOMR), and the Consumer Price Index (CPI) data by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).

“Starting with the crude oil production related subject, both the NUPRC data and OPEC’s monthly oil report affirmed that Nigeria’s daily average crude oil production improved by 3.6 per cent month-on-month in June 2025 to 1.5 million barrels per day (mbpd).”

“By adding condensate, total output cleared at 1.7mbpd, marking a 2.4% increase in average crude oil and condensate production over the previous month. The June crude oil production performance marked the second highest monthly average in 2025, with January’s 1.54mbpd performance (1.74mbpd including condensate) still the strongest,” he said.

According to him, output rebound from major terminals – Forcados (up 9.5 per cent m/m to 8.8mbpd), Odudu (up nine per cent m/m 20 2.1mbpd), Qua Iboe (up 2.3 per cent to 5.1mbpd), and Bonny (up one per cent to 7.2mbpd) – more than offset losses from Brass (down 15 per cent m/m to 0.9mbpd), Escravos (down 8.7 per cent m/m to 4.2mbpd), and Tulja-Okwuiboime (down 4.5 per cent m/m to 2.1mbpd) terminals.

“Contextualising the economic impact of the modest improvement in the crude oil production level for the month (excluding condensate as there is no formal pricing guide), we estimate that Nigeria earned a daily average revenue of $105.0m in June from its crude oil production (given average price of $69.73/bbl), representing a 13.6 per cent improvement over May. Relative to the prior five months, our estimate suggests that the daily average revenue for June is the third highest after January ($122.3m at average price of $79.46/bbl) and February ($112.5m at average price of $76.81/bbl),” he said.

Bringing all of this together, we maintain our position in the recently published H2:2025 outlook report that Consumer Price Index rebasing impact on the base year would largely support a sustained decline in the headline inflation rate till the end of Q3’2025, thereby causing a divergence between statistical reading and consumers’ experience on the street.

“Against this backdrop, our model projects the headline rate to ease to 21.6 per cent in July, though m/m reading is expected to increase to 1.75 per cent as against 1.68 per cent in June,” Chioke stated.

As naira rallies, import costs to dip

Import costs have been tipped to drop significantly as the naira continues to gain more ground across markets.

The naira appreciated significantly last week, strengthening from N1,580 to N1,530 per dollar, a gain of about 3.25 per cent at the parallel markets. The local currency exchanged at N1,536 per dollar at the official markets, creating N6 per dollar rate gaps between both markets.

Importation costs in Nigeria include various taxes and charges, primarily import duties, VAT, and other levies. These costs are calculated based on the CIF value (Cost, Insurance, and Freight) of the goods, which includes the cost of the goods, insurance, and shipping.

The cost, insurance and freight (CIF) price is the price of a good delivered at the frontier of the importing country, or the price of a service delivered to a resident, before the payment of any import duties or other taxes on imports or trade and transport margins within the country.

Changes in exchange rate can significantly impact the cost of imports, as duties and other charges are often calculated based on the prevailing exchange rate.

Nigeria’s total Imports in 2024 were valued at $40.97 billion, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. Nigeria’s main import partners were: China, Belgium and India

New figures from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reveal that Nigerian imported food and beverages worth N1.67 trillion ($1 billion) during the first quarter of 2025 (January–March), reflecting a five per cent increase from the N1.59 trillion recorded over the same period in 2024.

Analysts from Cordros Securities said the naira appreciation helped cushion the impact of the spike in imported fuel prices triggered by tensions in the Middle East.

“We expect FX liquidity to remain robust, supported by reduced global pressures and stronger market confidence, which continues to attract inflows from foreign portfolio investors (FPIs). Additionally, a stronger net FX reserve position enhances the CBN’s capacity to intervene when necessary. Barring any unexpected shocks, we anticipate that the naira will remain stable in the near term,” they said.

While Nigeria is making strides toward fuel self-sufficiency, it still relies on imports, as seen in the reduced import bill for the first quarter. This indicates a decline in fuel imports but not a complete elimination.

Already, trade tensions have softened from the tariff hike announcements in April. The US President paused the implementation of reciprocal tariffs, allowing countries to negotiate lower tariffs for 90 days, which was recently extended to August 1.

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FG Threatens ‘No Work, No Pay’ as ASUU Begins Two-week Warning Strike Today

*Alausa says lecturers not interested in keeping students in class

*Reveals govt has demonstrated good faith, met almost all demands, but union intransigent

*CONUA, NAMDA insist their members not joining strike

Emmanuel Addeh, Onyebuchi Ezigbo, Kuni Tyessi in Abuja and Onuminya Innocent in Sokoto

The federal government yesterday said that from 12am last night, it was invoking its ‘No Work, No Pay’ policy, against the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), which declared a two-week warning strike, starting from midnight of Sunday, to protest unmet demands by the federal government.
Nigeria’s Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, told THISDAY that the federal government has met almost all the demands of the union, but argued that the lecturers were not interested in keeping the students in class despite the efforts of the federal government.

Alausa stated that President Bola Tinubu had done everything to significantly improve the teachers’ condition of service, their welfare as well as their salaries, but that the gesture has not been reciprocated by ASUU.

“All the low-hanging fruits that border on academic allowances and arrears, we have paid. We have mainstreamed it into their main salary. We have finalised their promotion arrears. From their next budget, we won’t be owing them promotion arrears.
“All their post-graduate supervision allowances and their research allowances, we have asked the universities to pay,” he told THISDAY.

Besides , he noted that the President has approved a robust teaching allowance scheme to significantly improve the lecturers’ condition of service, their welfare, and their salaries, stressing that a meeting was held last Friday, wherein the union promised to get back without honouring their pledge.
“The federal government has mandated that children stay in school. The federal government is doing everything to keep our students in school, but ASUU is doing otherwise. ASUU does not really want our children to be in school. They are out to destroy the education of the children and the government will not accept that.

“And so, we will immediately implement no work, no pay. And even when they are going on strike from tomorrow, they will not be paid. The federal government has demonstrated good faith. This is ASUU being intransigent,” Alausa added.

In a separate statement by the Director, Press and Public Relations in the ministry, Folasade Boriowo, the federal government called on ASUU to reconsider its decision to embark on an industrial strike, emphasising that constructive dialogue remains the most effective and sustainable path toward resolving all outstanding issues in the tertiary education sector.

In a joint statement issued by the Minister of Education, Alausa, and the Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Sai’d Ahmad, the ministers disclosed that the government has made a comprehensive offer to the union and, up till now, is still awaiting ASUU’s official response.
They stressed that the offer addresses the union’s major concerns, including conditions of service, institutional governance, and staff welfare.

The ministers noted that the administration of Tinubu has approved a robust Teaching Allowance designed to reflect the value of academic work and motivate lecturers across public universities.
“All matters relating to the review of conditions of service have been duly addressed, except those that are within the jurisdiction of individual university governing councils, which are actively being handled. The federal government remains open and committed to continued engagement with ASUU once their formal response to the offer is received,” the statement read.

The ministers emphasised that the government has approached the matter with demonstrable commitment and sincerity, evident in its prompt policy responses and financial interventions in the education sector. However, they stated that ASUU has not reciprocated this gesture and appears determined to proceed with the planned strike despite the pending offer and ongoing engagement.
The government reaffirmed that the current administration remains unwavering in its commitment to the welfare of Nigerian lecturers and the stability of the university system, noting that the ongoing reforms in the education sector are anchored on fairness, accountability, and institutional strengthening to ensure sustainable academic excellence.

While reaffirming the administration’s respect for university autonomy, the ministers clarified that certain aspects of ASUU’s demands—particularly those relating to internal governance, appointments, and promotions—are statutory responsibilities of university governing councils. They urged the union to allow these matters to be handled appropriately at the institutional level in line with existing regulations.
They also reminded the union that the principle of “No Work, No Pay” remains an extant provision of Nigerian labour law, and the Federal Government will invoke it should ASUU proceed with the strike.

“While the government remains committed to peaceful dialogue, it will equally enforce existing laws to protect the integrity of our education system and ensure accountability,” the statement warned.
The government assured Nigerians that it remains open to constructive engagement with ASUU and other stakeholders in the education sector, stressing that the administration’s consistent interventions demonstrate a clear commitment to revitalising universities, improving staff welfare, and ensuring uninterrupted academic calendars.

“The government has shown sincerity and commitment through a series of engagements and policy actions. We are confident that with continued dialogue, every legitimate concern can be resolved without shutting down our campuses. Our students must remain in school,” the statement added
Earlier, ASUU declared a two-week warning strike, starting from midnight of Sunday to protest unmet demands by the federal government.

National President of ASUU, Prof. Chris Piwuna who addressed journalists in Abuja said the warning strike “will be total and comprehensive.”
In a related development, the ASUU, Sokoto Zone, has raised a red flag over the neglect of Nigerian universities by the federal government. At a town hall meeting, union leaders and stakeholders expressed deep concern over the government’s failure to address challenges facing the nation’s university system.

Prof. Nurudeen Almustapha, Chairman of ASUU’s Usmanu Danfodiyo University branch, lamented that government’s inaction has led to a dire situation.
The ASUU national president on his part said: “This two-week warning strike should be taken as a window by the government to address our demands. It is a window for the government to stop the deceit and go back to the negotiating table and resolve this issue with us.

“If they don’t, we are going to meet again after two weeks and when we do, we will take action that will certainly be different from this one (two-week) warning strike. If we embark on that journey, it will be total and there will be no going back,” ASUU declared.
Piwuna noted that despite engagements with the federal government, there was nothing substantial to address issues raised at its NEC meeting on September 28. He accused the government of raising the hopes of ASUU members through a “document hurriedly put together by the government.”
The National Executive Council (NEC) had issued a 14-day notice to the government on September 28, threatening to embark on a strike if nothing was done with regards to its demands. The ultimatum ended on October 12.

Piwuna listed ASUU’s seven demands as the re-negotiation of the 2009 ASUU-FGN Agreement, sustainable funding of public universities, revitalisation of universities, an end to the alleged victimisation of ASUU members in Lagos State University (LASU), KSU (now Prince Abubakar Audu University) and Federal University of Technology (FUTO), payment of outstanding 25–35 per cent salary arrears, settlement of promotion arrears spanning over four years, and remittance of outstanding third-party deductions.

Chairman of ASUU’s Usmanu Danfodiyo University branch, said the federal government has failed to implement the Nimo Briggs and Ahmed Yayale committee reports, and to settle the backlog of earned academic allowances.
Also, Prof. Abubakar Sabo, Zonal Chairperson of ASUU Sokoto zone, echoed similar sentiments, accusing the government of deception.

“What is eminently clear to all of us is deception on the side of the federal government. They are being so deceptive, whenever we approach them, with the understanding that these agreements will be fulfilled. But up till this moment, I can tell you that nothing has been done by this present administration regarding our members,” he stated.

The union leaders highlighted the plight of Nigerian university lecturers, who are reportedly the lowest paid in Africa. This, it said, has led to a massive brain drain, with over 309 professors leaving Nigeria for greener pastures in countries like Saudi Arabia.
He disclosed that instead of funding existing universities, the federal government continues to establish new universities with our national assembly turning universities as constituency projects.

Meanwhile, the leadership of the Congress of University Academics (CONUA) has clarified that CONUA has not declared any strike action and is not part of any ongoing strike, noting that recent misinformation circulating across some platforms has created unnecessary confusion within the academic community and among students.

Stressing that the clarification was issued to set the record straight, CONUA stated it remains deeply committed to academic stability, excellence, and the smooth functioning of Nigeria’s universities through constructive dialogue and peaceful engagement with government and all stakeholders.

“Our members are hereby urged to continue performing their academic and administrative duties diligently – to report to work, engage with students, and carry out their professional responsibilities as expected. Your steadfastness and integrity remain vital to sustaining standards in our higher education system,” a statement signed by its National President, ‘Niyi Sunmonu, stated.

According to the statement, CONUA has no basis at this time to declare a dispute or embark on any strike action, explaining that when the renegotiation committee of the 2009 agreement was inaugurated in October 2024, CONUA was conspicuously and deliberately omitted.

“The Union formally protested this exclusion, which eventually culminated in a meeting with the Honourable Minister of Education on 11 September 2025. At that meeting, the Honourable Minister acknowledged CONUA’s concerns and assured that the Yayale Ahmed Renegotiation Committee would be expanded to include all the academic unions in Nigeria’s federal tertiary institutions.

“We are pleased to note that the Ministry of Education has recently expanded the committee, fulfilling that promise. Until CONUA is formally brought to the table and any of the issues it has presented to the federal government become subjects of dispute, there is no foundation whatsoever for any strike action by CONUA,” the group said.

Besides, it noted that following the September 11 meeting, the national leadership reported the outcome to members across universities, after which congresses were held between 18 and 24 September 2025.

At these congresses, the statement said that CONUA members unanimously reaffirmed their principled stance that no strike action should be taken and that engagement, not disruption, remains the best path forward for the Nigerian university system.

“CONUA respectfully calls on Vice Chancellors to ensure the safety and protection of CONUA members as they continue their legitimate duties within their respective institutions. We equally encourage students to remain focused on their academic pursuits without fear of interruption.

“The Union stands by its commitment to quality education, national development, and peaceful industrial relations in the university system. CONUA’s unwavering focus is on building a sustainable, innovative, and productive academic environment that serves the interests of students, scholars and the nation.

“We appreciate the understanding and cooperation of all stakeholders in supporting this constructive approach to advancing higher education in Nigeria,” the Congress stated.

In the same vein, the Nigerian Association of Medical and Dental Academics (NAMDA) has informed all its members, medical students, and the general public that NAMDA will not join the ASUU strike.

“Our members across all medical and dental colleges and faculties in Nigerian universities are hereby advised to continue their normal academic, clinical, and research activities without disruption.

“NAMDA remains committed to constructive engagement with relevant authorities toward the advancement of medical education, research, and healthcare delivery in Nigeria. We urge our members to disregard any misinformation suggesting otherwise and to continue to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and service,” a statement by its National Liaison Secretary, Dr Mohammed Askira, stated last night.

NAMDA stated that it continues to stand firm in its struggles for improved welfare, conducive working environments, and the strengthening of Nigeria’s medical education system — all through the positive collaborative dialogue and practical commitments it has received from the current Minister of Education, Alausa, who has kick-started interactions on our demands.

“It is our belief that he will deliver on his commitment to NAMDA demands. We wish to use this opportunity to remind all Vice Chancellors that members of NAMDA will be on their duty post and therefore will not tolerate undue application of ‘no work, no pay’ to her members. Vice Chancellors are reminded that it is their responsibility to ensure maintenance of law and order in the campuses inclusive of the Colleges of Medicine,” Askira stated.

Consequently, NAMDA said it expects Vice Chancellors to create the enabling work environment for its members to carry out their lawful duties.

*Alausa says lecturers not interested in keeping students in class *Reveals govt has demonstrated good faith, met almost all demands, but union intransigent *CONUA, NAMDA insist their members not joining

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ARISE News Channel: We’ll Be Consoled over Maduagwu With Improved Security, Healthcare System

*Says the deceased wanted to go into politics to change some of the societal ills that killed her

*Family, colleagues, Umeh, Oshiomhole, friends pour encomium on the late journalist

Alex Enumah, Adedayo Akinwale and Sunday Aborisade in Abuja

The management of ARISE News Channel has said it would be better consoled over the death of its reporter, Somtochukwu Maduagwu, if the country’s security and healthcare systems were improved. Deputy Managing Director of ARISE News Channel, Bayo Awosemo, stated this yesterday in Abuja at a night of tributes organised by the management for Sommie, as the deceased was fondly called.

Some of the dignitaries in attendance were Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of THISDAY/ARISE Media Group, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, Senator Victor Umeh, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, and First lady of Enugu State, Chinyere Mbah, among others.
Awosemo lamented that Sommie’s life was cut short in a very tragic occurrence.
He stated, “We wish we were gathering under more pleasant circumstances, but here we are, compelled to gather in grief.

“Just about a year ago, Sommie walked into the ARISE Newsroom to see me. She had been directed by our Chairman to report to me for consideration for a role in the organisation. For the discerning, that means employ her. Characteristically, he had spotted a talent.
“However, known as a former beauty queen with no background in broadcasting, the disposition in the Newsroom was, mainly, ‘this is not a beauty contest, but, let’s see how she fits in.’
“Now, one year later, and following her very tragic and devastating passage, we have been presenting her performance appraisal report publicly. From reportorial duties to news presentation and production, all we can say now is; it is not how long but how well.”
Awosemo stressed that one of Sommie’s dreams was to be a politician to help in bringing positive change to the society.

He said, “Tragically, her dream was cut short in the prime of life! Ironically, Sommie became a victim of some of the ills plaguing the society that she had hoped to change.
“We lost her to insecurity and inefficient medical services.
“We thank the police and the Department of State Services for the arrest of the suspected culprits responsible for Sommie’s death.”
Awosemo thanked everyone for the outpouring of support and condolences the management had received from the presidency to governors, ministers, corporate bodies, and individuals.

He said, “However, we will be better consoled and comforted when the necessary actions are taken to improve our security and health care in a way that there will be an end to avoidable tragedies such as the one that has brought us here this evening.”
Former governor of Edo State, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, described Maduagwu as a woman who discovered early in life why she was born — to challenge societal imperfections and contribute meaningfully to nation-building.

“She wasn’t born to lament the failings of society, but to change them,” Oshiomhole said, urging Nigerians to live impactful lives, as death remains beyond human control.
Senator Victor Umeh recalled the shock of hearing the news of Maduagwu’s passing, stating that her short but vibrant life mirrored that of saints who were remembered more for their impact than longevity.
“The number of years you live doesn’t matter, but the impact you make,” Umeh said.
Earlier, describing the late Sommie as “very diligent with her assignment”, Christian Ogodo stated that Arise News channel would miss the sweet life she embodied, adding that she imprinted her feet in the sands of time.

ARISE Director of News, Summer Sambo, commended Obaigbena for his fatherly role since the unfortunate incident.
Sambo said, “We’ve all been through a lot, from the newsroom staff to the family. It’s been very difficult actually saying so much about Sommie.”
For Rufai Oseni, an Arise News Morning Show Anchor, Nigerians should ensure Sommie’s light continued to shine by focusing on the things she loved.

Oseni said, “It is going to be well … I know it doesn’t make sense now but some day it will.”
Another Arise News Morning Show anchor, Orjy Okpe, said the station took solace over Sommie’s death knowing that the perpetrators would face justice.
While mourning that Sommie was taken away too soon, Okpe urged everyone to live with renewed commitment to making a difference like Sommie did.
In their tributes, family members and friends lamented that her death had created a huge void that would be difficult to fill.

Miss Amaka Maduagwu, stated that Sommie would be remembered for the good life she lived.
Describing her as kind, pure, and soft-spoken, Amaka stated that her late cousin was always there “to encourage me anytime I needed someone talk to”.
Two other cousins of hers, Neche and Chidinma Maduagwu (twins), disclosed that Sommie was very important to her family and friends, adding that she was her mum’s best friend and her sister’s confidant.

“It’s not just the pain of losing her but the pain she felt at her last moment…the anxiety,” Chidinma said, adding that Sommie was a gift, she paid children’s school fees, supported so many women.

Other family members, including, Fredda Esosa Lawson, (God Daughter) and Hafiz Yaroson, described her as an inspiration, and a woman who achieved anything she set her mind on.

“She was so elegant, yet so humble,” they added.

Earlier, the officiating priest reminded the audience that death was inevitable and urged all to live daily in love and service, saying, “We are dust, and to dust we shall return.”

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