Last updated on October 13th, 2023 at 09:30 am

The family of Laolu Martins, one of the co-founders of Bukka Hut, a leading fast-food chain in Nigeria, has announced his death.

It is with a heavy heart that the family of Laolu Martins announces his passing.

Laolu was one of the co-founders of Bukka Hut, Nigeria’s leading fast food chain.

We thank you for all of your love, support and condolences during this difficult time.

A statement released by the family on Wednesday said the quintessential banker with over 21 years of experience in investment banking.

Corporate banking, stockbroking, asset management and pension fund management, died in the evening of Tuesday, September 27, 2022.

“We hereby solicit the support and understanding of everyone as the family grieves the loss of our beloved Laolu in our privacy.

“Our kind request is that you support the family – wife, children, aged mother and father and his siblings with your prayers at this difficult time.

It is with great sadness that the family of Bukka Hut, Laolu Martins, announces his passing.

Martins passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones.

He was a beloved father, son, uncle and friend and will be dearly missed. Our hearts are filled with sorrow at our loss and we kindly ask for privacy at this difficult time.

“Further announcements will be made by the family,” the statement said.

Martins started his career with Price water house Coopers in 1999.

He joined Investment Banking & Trust Company Plc now Stanbic IBTC Bank Plc where he served in the Financial Control and Trade Finance/Foreign Operations units of the Bank.

Before being seconded to Stanbic IBTC Asset Management Ltd where at various times he was Financial Controller, Head Asset Management and lastly Head Stockbroking.

He later resigned in 2005 to join Shell Nig. CPFA Ltd, the Fund Manager of the Shell Companies in Nigeria Pensions Scheme where he was Head, Investments up till 2008.

He then resigned to join Nigeria International Security Limited, NISL, an independent financial services firm specialising in investments within the Nigerian space.

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