Federal Government Donates N30 Million to Family of Late National Flag Designer Taiwo Akinkunmi

The Federal Government has donated N30 million to the family of the late Taiwo Akinkunmi, the designer of Nigeria’s national flag, two years after his passing.

The Director General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Lanre Issa-Onilu, alongside the Oyo State Director, Olukemi Afolayan, presented the cheque on behalf of the government at the late icon’s residence in Elebu, Ibadan, on Thursday.

Akinkunmi passed away on August 29, 2023, at the age of 87. Following his demise, President Bola Tinubu pledged financial support and a national burial in honor of his contributions.

NOA DG Issa-Onilu emphasized that the donation was not a payment for Akinkunmi’s services but a gesture of appreciation for his role in shaping Nigeria’s identity.

In response, one of Akinkunmi’s sons, Akinwunmi Akinkunmi, expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for the support.