Group CEO and Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) Mele Kyari has said that his daughter Fatima Kyari died at the time appointed for her.
Ms Kyari died last Friday aged 25.
In a statement on Tuesday, Mr Kyari said he did not know the depth of his daughter’s connections until her death, adding that although she was physically challenged she touched the lives of many.
He also expressed gratitude to God and those who supported his family following the loss.
Kyari further highlighted how the tragedy united people from diverse social backgrounds, demonstrating the power of empathy and care.
He wrote, “My daughter Fatima departed at her appointed time and looking forward to meeting her in Jannah by Allah’s grace. While the loss is great by all measures, we remain grateful to God for all his mercies. I didn’t know the depth of her connections with many people and what she meant to many.
“Despite her physical challenges, she was able to touch hearts in very soothing ways, including me. Above all, her demise brought many people together and demonstrated that we all can care for others irrespective of our social circumstances.
“I profoundly thank our leaders, family members, friends, associates, colleagues, our teachers and the countless unmentioned that joined us to pray for the repose of her soul and for consoling us.”