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Ex-Nigeria’s Ambassador To Trinidad And Tobago, Nne Furo Kurubo, Dies At 84

by Nafisat Abdulrahman
7 months ago
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Nigeria’s former Ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago, Ambassador Nne Furo Kurubo, has passed away at the age of 84.

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The announcement of her passing was made known to the public in a press statement.

The distinguished diplomat and public servant breathed her last on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, in Lagos, according to the statement from her family.

The late ambassador hailed from the esteemed families of Late Brigadier General George T. Kurubo of the Grand Bonny Kingdom in Rivers State and Late Eze Sir Daniel Okereke of Okpala, Ngor Okpala Autonomous Community in Imo State. Her passing has been met with deep sorrow but also gratitude for a life well spent in service to the nation.

Ambassador Kurubo’s illustrious career spanned decades of service in both civil and public sectors. She began as a schoolteacher and later rose to the ranks of principal, administrator, and permanent secretary. Her dedication to national development saw her serve in the Rivers State Government before assuming the esteemed role of Nigerian Ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago from 1999 to 2003.

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Her tenure as a diplomat was marked by unwavering commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s international relations. “She played a key role in fostering diplomatic and economic ties between Nigeria and Trinidad and Tobago, earning respect for her leadership and integrity. Beyond diplomacy, her contributions to the country’s administrative and educational sectors left a lasting impact on generations of Nigerians,” the statement added.

In a statement, the family described her as “a remarkable woman whose contributions to the growth of Nigeria will never be forgotten.” They added, “Her leadership, dedication, and selfless service were an inspiration to many.”

A devout Christian, Ambassador Kurubo remained steadfast in her faith throughout her life. “She lived by the values of faith, service, and integrity until her last breath,” the family said.

She is survived by her children, including Colonel Boma Kurubo, Mr. Gogo Kurubo, Mrs. Kalanne Gigi Ojukwu, and her siblings, Dr. Tati Okereke, and Prof. Mrs. Ndi Okereke-Onyiuke, among other cherished family members.

The family has announced that funeral arrangements will be communicated in due course.

“May her soul rest in perfect peace,” the statement concluded.

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