The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the passing of Mrs. Zainab Joy Momodu, the Acting Head of Mission (Chargé d’Affaires ad interim) at the Embassy of Nigeria in Guinea-Bissau, describing her death as a significant loss to the nation and its diplomatic community.
According to a statement issued by the Ministry on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, Mrs. Momodu died at the Military Hospital in Bissau on Monday, July 7, 2025, following a brief illness.
A respected career diplomat, Mrs. Zainab Joy Momodu joined the Nigerian Foreign Service in 2010 and was a member of the 20th Regular Course of the Foreign Service Academy. Over the years, she served in various capacities with what the Ministry described as “distinction, commitment and professionalism.”
Her tenure as Acting Head of Mission in Guinea-Bissau was marked by dedication and service, and her death has triggered an outpouring of grief within diplomatic circles and among colleagues who worked closely with her.
“The untimely death of Mrs. Momodu is indeed a great loss to the Ministry, the diplomatic community, and the nation at large,” the statement read.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs also extended its heartfelt condolences to her immediate family, colleagues, and friends, praying for divine comfort and the peaceful repose of her soul.
As tributes continue to pour in from home and abroad, Mrs. Zainab Momodu is being remembered as a beacon of service who represented Nigeria with honour on the international stage, a legacy fasnewsng.com joins the nation in celebrating, even in mourning.
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