Patrick Koshoni
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Patrick Seubo Koshoni (17 April 1943 – 25 January 2020) was a Nigerian Navy Vice Admiral,[1] former Chief of Naval Staff who had served as minister for Health during administration of General Buhari.[2] During his tenure as health minister, he tried to promote a national insurance program that would provide medical treatment without requiring a down payment.[3] He died on January 25, 2020, after a brief illness. He was aged 77.[4][5][6]
Quick Facts Vice Admiral, Chief of Naval Staff ...
Patrick Koshoni | |
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Chief of Naval Staff | |
In office October 1986 – January 1990 | |
Preceded by | Rear Adm. A. Aikhomu |
Succeeded by | Vice Adm. M. Nyako |
Federal Minister of Employment, Labour and Productivity | |
In office 1985–1986 | |
Federal Minister of Health | |
In office December 1983 – August 1985 | |
Preceded by | D.C Ugwu |
Succeeded by | Olikoye Ransome-Kuti |
Personal details | |
Born | (1943-04-17)17 April 1943 Lagos |
Died | 25 January 2020(2020-01-25) (aged 76) |
Alma mater | St Finbarr's College National Defence Academy |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Nigeria |
Branch/service | Nigerian Navy |
Years of service | 1962-1990 |
Rank | Vice Admiral |
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