Former SEC DG, Ndi Okereke-Onyiuke, Loses Sister

Mrs. Ndi Okereke-Onyiuke, former director general of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has lost one of her sisters, Ambassador Nne Furo Kurubo.

The deceased was a former Nigerian Ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago. In a press statement to announce her death, the family regretted the loss and said her burial arrangements would be announced in due course.

The statement reads; “The families of late Brigadier General George T. Kurubo of Grand Bonny Kingdom, Rivers State, and late Eze Sir Daniel Okereke of Okpala, Ngor Okpala Autonomous Community, Imo State, have announced with deep sorrow but gratitude to God, the passing onto glory of our beloved sister, mother and grandmother, Ambassador Nne Furo Kurubo, on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, in Lagos. She was aged 84.

“Ambassador Nne Kurubo dedicated her life to public service, contributing immensely to the development of our nation.

“She served the Rivers State Government and the Federal Republic of Nigeria in various capacities, including as a school teacher, principal, administrator, permanent secretary and ultimately as Nigerian Ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago (1999-2003).

“Through her distinguished service in the civil and public sectors, Ambassador Kurubo played a pivotal role in shaping modern Nigeria. Her dedication, leadership and integrity served as an inspiration to many, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of numerous Nigerian leaders today.

“A devout Christian, she remained steadfast in her faith until her last breath. She is survived by Colonel Boma Kurubo, Mr. Gogo Kurubo, Mrs. Kalanne Gigi Ojukwu, Dr. Tati Okereke, Prof. Mrs. Ndi Okereke-Onyiuke and other cherished family members.

“The family will announce funeral arrangements in due course. May her soul rest in perfect peace.”