The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has expressed condolences to the party’s National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Basiru, following the death of his mother.
In a statement issued on Sunday and signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Information Strategy, Abimbola Tooki, Prof. Yilwatda described the deceased as a matriarch whose life was defined by faith, dignity, sacrifice, and unwavering devotion to her family. He said she passed away peacefully at an advanced age.
Speaking on behalf of the National Working Committee (NWC), party leaders, members and supporters across the country, the APC National Chairman, commended Senator Basiru for the care and attention he gave his mother throughout her illness, even while discharging the demands of his office.
“Even during the period of her illness, the National Secretary remained steadfast, ensuring she received the best possible attention while balancing the enormous responsibilities of his office and his commitment to the Party,” he said.
The APC National Chairman prays that Almighty Allah, in His infinite mercy, forgives Mama’s shortcomings, grants her eternal rest in Al-Jannah Firdaus, and comforts Senator Basiru, his siblings, children, and the entire family with the strength and fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss.
Prof. Yilwatda urged Senator Basiru to take solace in the remarkable legacy his mother leaves behind—a legacy reflected in the integrity, discipline, humility and service that have become hallmarks of his public life.
He expressed confidence that her memory will continue to inspire the family to uphold the noble virtues she embodied.
“On behalf of our great Party, I extend our deepest sympathies to our National Secretary and his family at this difficult moment. We share in your grief and pray that the Almighty grants Mama eternal rest and gives the family the courage to bear this loss. May her gentle soul rest in perfect peace.”
