President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Governors Caleb Mutfwang (Plateau) and Dapo Abiodun (Ogun), as well as the immediate past APC National Chairman Abdullahi Umar Ganduje have commiserated with the party’s National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, on the passing of his mother, Mama Lydia Yilwatda.
Mama Yilwatda died on Sunday morning at the University of Jos Teaching Hospital (UJTH). She was 83.
In a statement yesterday in Abuja by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu described the late Mama Lydia as a woman of virtue who lived a life dedicated to faith, service, and the uplifting of her community.
The President enjoined Prof. Yilwatda to accept his mother’s passing as the will of Almighty God and be consoled by the life of purpose she lived.
He prayed for the repose of the soul of Mama Yilwatda and prayed to God to grant Prof. Yilwatda, the entire family and all those Mama left behind the strength to bear the loss.
In a statement yesterday in Abuja by APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the party said it “received with shock and sadness the news of the passing of Mama Lydia Yilwatda, mother of our National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda…”
It added: “Mama Yilwatda was a devout Christian and leader whose contributions to the growth of her Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) were immeasurable. She was a humble, virtuous, and compassionate woman, renowned and loved for her generosity and selfless service to her family, church, and community.
“Mama’s death is a colossal loss not only to her family, community but the entire APC family. “Our thoughts and prayers are with her immediate family, church, community, the government, and good people of Plateau State at this difficult time.”
In a statement in Jos, the Plateau State capital, by his spokesman, Dr. Gyang Bere, Governor Mutfwang described the late Mama Lydia as a woman of deep faith, courage, and virtue, whose life was defined by service to God and humanity.
The governor noted that Mama Lydia’s earthly journey was marked by compassion, wisdom, tolerance, and kindness, values she imparted to her children and extended family.
He recalled her steadfast devotion to the Christian faith, as she and her late husband laboured faithfully in God’s vineyard, drawing many to the path of righteousness.
On behalf of his family, the government, and the good people of Plateau State, Governor Mutfwang extended his deepest condolences to Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, his siblings, and the entire Yilwatda family.
In his condolence message to the APC National Chairman, Governor Abiodun noted that the late Mrs. Yilwatda was a beloved mother whose death is a significant loss not only to her immediate family but also to those who had the privilege of knowing her.
“Her nurturing spirit and boundless love have left an indelible mark on the lives of many, shaping the values and character of those she touched.
“As a mother, she instilled in her children the importance of integrity, diligence, and service to others, principles that Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda embodies in his leadership.
“As we mourn her passing, let us also celebrate the life she lived and the love she shared. May her soul rest in eternal peace,” he said.
Also, Dr. Ganduje commiserated with his successor on the passing of his mother.
He said the late Mama Lydia Tilwatda was a devoted Christian and virtuous woman who dedicated her life to the service of God, her family, and her community.
The APC stalwart noted that her sterling virtues are evident in the life and leadership qualities of her son, Prof. Yilwatda, who is currently leading the ruling party.
In the statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Edwin Olofu, the former Kano State governor said: “On behalf of my family, associates, and supporters, I extend heartfelt condolences to our National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, and the entire Yilwatda family.
“Mama Lydia will be remembered for her moral uprightness, her selfless disposition, and her role in nurturing generations of responsible citizens. While her death is a great loss, we are consoled by the fact that she lived a fulfilled life of impact and service.”
