Mama Lydia Yilwatda, mother of APC National Chairman Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has passed away.
The Plateau State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) announced her death on Monday in a statement by its spokesperson, Shittu Bamaiyi. The party described her passing as “not only a personal loss to the National Chairman, but also to the entire APC family in Plateau State and the country at large.”
According to the statement, her death was especially painful as it came at a time when her counsel and prayers were most needed.
“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,” the statement read.
APC described Mama Lydia 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 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.”
The party noted that Mama Lydia left behind a lasting legacy through her life of service and the accomplishments of her children. “The consoling record is that the deceased left behind an indelible and accomplished legacy, which is manifested in her children,” the statement added.
APC said her passing is a significant loss not only to the Yilwatda family, but also to the Church, the Women Fellowship, and Plateau State. “Surely her demise is a great loss to the Church and the Women Fellowship, as well as Plateau State,” it stated.
The party extended condolences to Professor Yilwatda and his family, praying for the repose of Mama Lydia’s soul.
