The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) has condoled the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda over the demise of his mother, Mama Lydia Yilwatda.
Mama Yilwatda died on Sunday in Jos, Plateau State at the age of 83.
The Chairman of NSGF who is also the Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya conveyed the condolence message on behalf of fellow Northern Governors, describing the passing of the octogenarian as a deeply painful loss.
He eulogised Mama Lydia as a devout Christian, a strong family matriarch and a respected community leader who dedicated her life to nurturing her family and serving her community with humility and compassion.
The governor, in a statement by his Director General on Press Affairs, on Monday, noted that the death of a mother, regardless of age, is always profoundly difficult, especially given the irreplaceable role a mother plays in offering prayers, wisdom and emotional strength to her children.
“There is no doubt that Mama Lydia’s death is a great loss to the Yilwatda family. Her departure comes at a time when her motherly counsel and prayers were most needed, particularly by our dear National Chairman, Professor Nentawe, who has recently taken on a significant national responsibility,” he stated.
The NSGF Chairman prayed for the peaceful repose of the deceased’s soul and for Almighty God to comfort Prof Yilwatda and the entire family during this moment of grief.
