She served Nigeria till her death —Aliyu

The Niger State governor, Dr Muazu Babangida Aliyu has described the death of Professor Dora Akunyili as a big blow to Nigeria. He further described the late former NAFDAC Director General as a fountain of knowledge and professional expertise who exuded servant leadership during her national service. The governor made this known in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Israel Ebije, adding that Professor Akunyili was a good example of a true Nigerian, who, despite her ill health, was ready to use her knowledge for the good of the nation. “Professor Dora Akunyili was a leading example of a patriotic leader for change. She believed in the Nigerian project and continued to champion her belief even till death,” the statement read.