Nigeria’s richest woman, Folorunsho Alakija, and her husband, Modupe have allegedly parted ways after over 30 years together.
Known for their philanthropy, business acumen, and an apparent enviable marriage and friendship, the news came as a shock to many Nigerians.
According to THEWILL, the couple have allegedly struggled with irreconcilable differences for much of the 3 decades they have been together.
Modupe, an equally accomplished businessman, has allegedly moved out of their shared luxurious home in the upscale neighbourhood of Ikoyi, Lagos. He is said to be living within the same district.
Despite their best efforts to maintain a united front, they have decided to come clean with their struggles. The couple’s journey, marked by their rise to prominence and their significant contributions to society, now enters a new chapter filled with uncertainty.
The details of their separation suggest a growing rift that had been brewing for some time.
This development comes on the heels of a discreet wedding for one of the Alakija’s sons. The event was marked by an unusual level of privacy with no media presence, a complete departure from the lavish celebrations traditionally associated with the Alakija family.
Guests were meticulously vetted, and photographers restricted in a way that suggested a desire to keep personal matters away from public scrutiny.