Plateau State APC Mourns Loss of National Chairman’s Mother
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Plateau State is in mourning following the passing of Mama Lydia Yilwatda, mother of its National Chairman, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, on Sunday. According to the acting Publicity Secretary of the APC in the state, Shittu Bamaiyi, Mama Lydia’s death is not only a personal loss to the National Chairman but also to the entire APC family in Plateau State and Nigeria.
In a condolence message, Bamaiyi described the deceased as a devoted Christian and a respected leader in the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN). “The deceased was a devoted Christian, virtuous, humane, and humble woman leader, particularly in the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN). She was known for her tireless and immeasurable efforts, alongside her late husband, Reverend Toma Yilwatda, in boosting the Church in Borno, Yobe, Bauchi, and Plateau States,” he said.
Mama Lydia’s passing is particularly painful and devastating for her children, who relied heavily on her counsel and prayers. “There is no doubt that the late Mama’s death is painful and devastating to the Yilwatdas, because she died at the time her motherly advice and prayers were most needed, particularly to the National Chairman, Professor Yilwatda,” said Bamaiyi.
The party expressed its condolences to Professor Yilwatda and his family, praying that God grants the late Mama’s soul eternal rest. “While sharing with Professor Yilwatda in his moment of grief, the party prays God to grant the late Mama’s soul eternal rest,” the statement added.
The late Mama Lydia Yilwatda leaves behind a lasting legacy, manifest in her children, who are accomplished individuals in their respective fields. Her contributions to the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) and the community at large will be deeply missed.
As the APC family in Plateau State and Nigeria mourns the loss of this remarkable woman, they take solace in the knowledge that her legacy will continue to inspire and motivate future generations.
