The 51-year-old marriage of Folorunsho Alakija, regarded as the country’s richest woman, to her husband, Modupe Alakija, is reportedly hitting a rock.
The society matriarch has allegedly separated from her spouse, according to The Will newspaper.
Married in November 1976, the couple are blessed with four sons.
According to the report, the couple have been facing frequent disagreements, ultimately resulting in their decision to live separately.
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Modupe Alakija is said to be no longer spend nights in the couple’s highbrow Ikoyi residence in Lagos.
The alleged strain in their marriage has led Folorunsho Alakija to demand utmost privacy, prompting her husband to seek accommodation elsewhere within the Ikoyi neighborhood.
While the reasons behind the reported marital discord remain undisclosed, insiders suggest that the couple has been putting up a united front due to their status in Nigerian society.
Folorunsho Alakija, the founder of FAMFA Oil Limited, has made a name for herself as a successful businesswoman, philanthropist, and minister of gospel.
The timing of this marital crisis coincides with recent reports about Folorunsho Alakija’s health challenges, particularly issues with her eyes.
