# Death of businessman Anthony Adeniyi Adeosun

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/death-of-businessman-anthony-adeniyi-adeosun
> Updated: 2026-08-13T17:19:07.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 3.

Anthony Adeniyi ‘Niyi’ Adeosun, a 62-year-old businessman and husband of former Finance Minister Kemi Adeosun, died in Lagos on August 5, 2026.

Following his passing, the family announced funeral arrangements, including a night of tributes on August 12 at the Harbour Point Event Centre and a funeral service on August 13 at the Redeemed Christian Church of God, City of David. Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun visited Kemi Adeosun to offer condolences, describing the deceased as a “respected businessman and a devoted Christian.”

On August 13, dignitaries and family members gathered at the City of David in Victoria Island for the funeral service. The deceased was described by his family as a man of integrity who made a positive impact on his community. Prominent attendees included Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, former Lagos State Governor Babatunde Fashola, and former Ekiti State Governor Kayode Fayemi. Other notable figures in attendance were Akinwunmi Adesina, former President of the African Development Bank, and Nigeria Revenue Service Executive Chairman Dr. Zacch Adedeji. Mr. Adeosun is survived by his wife, Kemi, their children, and several siblings.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-13: Dignitaries attend funeral service for Anthony Adeosun in Lagos

Prominent Nigerian political figures, including former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and Governor Dapo Abiodun, attended the funeral service for Anthony Adeosun in Lagos.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dignitaries-attend-funeral-service-for-anthony-adeosun-in-lagos

### 2026-08-09: Anthony Adeosun funeral arrangements announced

The family of Anthony Adeniyi Adeosun, husband of former Finance Minister Kemi Adeosun, has announced funeral plans following his death in Lagos at age 62.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/anthony-adeosun-funeral-arrangements-announced

### 2026-08-06: Anthony Adeniyi Adeosun, Husband of Former Finance Minister Kemi Adeosun, Dies in Lagos

Anthony Adeniyi Adeosun, 62, husband of ex‑Finance Minister Kemi Adeosun, died in Lagos on Aug 5 2026; family described him as a distinguished businessman and devout Christian.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/anthony-adeniyi-adeosun-husband-of-former-finance-minister-kemi-adeosun-dies-in-lagos

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