WHY ESTATE PLANNING MATTERS: TWO STORIES, TWO OUTCOMES
Meet Mr. Ade Ibrahim.
He was a successful businessman in Lagos with four children, two of them studying abroad. Like many Nigerians, he believed writing a Will was something only the elderly needed to worry about. Sadly, when he passed unexpectedly, his properties in Lekki, Ikoyi, and Ibadan became the subject of endless disputes among relatives.
School fees for his children were delayed. One daughter even had to suspend her studies abroad because funds were tied up in conflict. What he thought could wait for “later” became a crisis for his loved ones.
Now, let’s compare his story with that of Mrs. Janet Okonkwo, a widow in Enugu.
Unlike Mr. Ibrahim, she sought professional guidance early. With support, she set up:
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A Living Trust to manage her real estate and investments.
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An Education Trust dedicated to her children’s school fees.
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An Endowment Trust Fund to support her church’s charity work.
When she eventually passed on, her children’s education continued without disruption. Her properties were shielded from external claims. And her charitable works lived on in her name, just as she wished.
The Lesson
In Nigeria today, estate planning through private trust solutions isn’t just for the wealthy. It’s for anyone who wants peace of mind, family harmony, and a lasting legacy.
At FCMB Trustees, we help you build the future you desire — for your family, your business, and the causes you care about.
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