Former Minister of Information and Communications, Prof. Dora Akunyili, has
expressed gratitude to Nigerians and other well wishers across the world who
have been praying for her since the news of her sickness broke over the
weekend.
Akunyili who was flown to India for further treatment after reports indicate
a worsening health condition expressed confidence that she will get better and shared this heart-touching message below:
“I am touched – indeed, overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and affection
by my fellow countrymen and women, as well as numerous other well wishers
around the world, many of whom have not only been praying for me but have also
been mobilizing through the various social networks for God’s healing hands to
come upon me.
“I am confident that Almighty God will hear our prayers and grant me quick
recovery. I love you all and pray that Almighty God blesses you all,” Prof.
Akunyili said in a statement in Lagos issued on her behalf by her Media
Advisor, Isaac Umunna.
