The founder of the defunct Diamond Bank Plc and a former chairman of MTN Nigeria, Pascal Dozie, is dead.
Dozie who was born on April 9, 1939, in Egbu, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria died a day to his 86th birthday.
According to a statement issued by the family, the business tycoon died in the early of Tuesday April 8 at the age of 85.
His educational background includes a degree in Economics from the London School of Economics and a master’s in Administrative Science from City University in London.
The statement signed by his son, Dozie reads, “With deep sorrow, but with gratitude to God for a life well spent, we announce the passing of our beloved father, Pascal Gabriel Dozie, on 8th April 2025
“He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and a man of unwavering Catholic faith. His life was marked by service–to God, his family, and his country”.
“He is survived by his loving wife, Chinyere, his children, grandchildren, and all who were blessed to know him.
“We thank God for the gift of his life and the legacy he leaves behind. May his soul rest in perfect peace.”
