Northern Governors’ forum commiserates with Bishop Kukah over death of his mother

By Ron-well Jacob, Jos
The Northern Governors Forum on Saturday expressed heartfelt condolences to Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Most Rev. Matthew Hassan Kukah, over the demise of his mother, Janet Hauwa Kukah.
A condolence message, signed by Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Plateau, Mr. Simon Lalong, said that the death of Mama Janet Kukah is a “great loss” to the entire Kukah family, the people of Kaduna State and particularly Bishop Mathew Hassan Kukah.
“We share in this hour of grief over the departure of Mama Janet, who lived an exemplary life and also demonstrated the fear of God and respect for humanity throughout her life.
“She dedicated herself to raising children in the way of the Lord who have turned out to be major contributors to their immediate communities and the nation as a whole.
“She will surely be missed by the entire nation as a patriot,” he said.
The chairman particularly extended the sympathies of the Northern Governors Forum to Bishop Kukah who, he said, has severally referred to his mother as a “pillar of support” and “guidance” towards his spiritual calling and passion for human rights, justice and peace building.
Lalong prayed Almighty God to grant the soul of Mama Janet, eternal rest and also comfort the family.