Tragedy Strikes: Ex-Minister's Only Son Dies at 42 in Abuja Hospital
- Richard Adamu Tallen, the only son of former minister of women affairs Dame Pauline Tallen, has passed away at Cedar Crest Hospital in Abuja
- The cause of his death remains unknown, but he was placed on oxygen in the ICU on the night of Friday, October 4, 2024
- Richard, a 42-year-old Computer Science graduate, is survived by his wife and three children
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In a tragic turn of events, Richard Adamu Tallen, the only son of the immediate past minister of women affairs, Dame Pauline Tallen, has passed away.
Richard died in the early hours of Sunday, October 6, 2024 at Cedar Crest Hospital in Abuja, the family confirmed in a statement.
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The exact cause of his death remains unknown as of the time of filing this report. However, it was reported that Richard had been placed on oxygen in the hospital’s Intensive Care Unit (ICU) on Friday night.
Association confirms death of minister's son
The Vom Old Boys’ Association (VOBA) also confirmed Richard's passing. In a heartfelt message posted on their social media platform, VOBA stated:
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“On a very sad note, we regret to announce the sudden passing of our member, Mr Richard Adamu Tallen.
"Eternal rest grant unto him oh Lord, may perpetual light shine upon him. May the soul of Richard and all departed VOBA members RIP. Amen.”
Richard, a 42-year-old graduate of Computer Science from a United States university, is survived by his wife and three children.
The family has announced that burial arrangements would be communicated in due course. Richard's death has continued to elicit reactions, with many sending condolences to the ex-minister's family.
Court stops Buhari’s minister from holding office
Meanwhile, Legit.ng earlier reported that the Federal High Court, Abuja division, has delivered a judgement barring Pauline Tallen from holding public office.
Tallen served as a minister under the immediate past administration of President Muhammadu Buhari.
The court's decision was in response to Tallen's disparaging remarks against the judiciary following a Federal High Court decision in Adamawa state last year, Premium Times reported.
Proofreading by James, Ojo Adakole, journalist and copy editor at Legit.ng.
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