Body of late Prof Dora Akunyili arrives Nigeria

The body late Prof. Dora Akunyili was this evening received by members of her family as well as the former Governor of Anambra state, Mr Peter Obi at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja

Her body, accompained by her husband Dr Chike Akunyili and younger brother Dr. Anayo Edemobi , was flown into Nigeria in a private jet and conveyed to a mortuary in Abuja in an Ambulance.

Speaking with newsmen, Peter Obi said burial plans for the late professor will begin immediately.

BREAKING NEWS: Dora Akunyili Dies at age 59

We have heard several rumors about the former minister's death and always was glad to know they were false. But this time unfortunately she has passed on for real. Former Director General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and ex minister of Information, Professor Dora Akunyili, has died according to a family source.
 Dr. Akunyili died in an India Hospital where she has been receiving treatment for an undisclosed ailment. She was aged 59. may her gentle soul rest in peace.