March 17, 2024
Simon Lalong, the leader of the APC in Plateau State and Senator representing Plateau South Senatorial District, on March 16, led members of the APC community to attend the final funeral rites of the late parents of former governor of the state, Joshua Chibi Dariye, in Horop, Bokkos Local Government area.
Lalong was accompanied by former deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Idris Wase, along with party leaders, current and former National and State Assembly members, former members of the Plateau State Executive Council, and other party supporters joined thousands of sympathizers to offer condolences to the bereaved family.
During the event, Lalong conveyed his personal relationship with the deceased parents of the former governor, highlighting the wisdom, love, sacrifices, and trust they imparted to those who collaborated with their son.
He recalled how the late mother of Dariye, Mama Saratu, who had encouraged him and other House of Assembly members to remain united during a tumultuous political period marked by impeachment and a state of emergency in Plateau State.
Senator Lalong also said that during his recent visit to Chief Dariye’s residence in Abuja, where the spirit of forgiveness, instilled by Pa Dariye and Mama Saratu, was evident as they both apologized and reconciled, resolving any past differences and misunderstandings.
He prayed God to grant the Dariye family the fortitude to bear the loss.
Plateau Governor, Caleb Mutfwang also condoled with the family and asked them to accept the development as the will of God.
He urged the citizens to love one another and unite so that peace and prosperity will thrive.
Former governor of Taraba State, Jolly Nyame also paid tribute to the deceased parents of Dariye, saying his close interaction with Senator Dariye even in difficult times proved that his background is solid.
– agency
