President Tinubu Arrives Plateau for Funeral of APC Chairman’s Mother, to Meet Northern Church Leaders
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived in Plateau State to attend the funeral prayers of Nana Lydia Yilwatda Goshwe, the late mother of the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe.
The ceremony, held in Jos, drew top political figures, religious leaders, and community representatives who gathered to honour the late matriarch.
Nana Lydia, who passed away at the age of 83, was remembered as a devout Christian, community leader, and matron who dedicated her life to family, faith, and service.
Her funeral attracted dignitaries from across the country, including governors, ministers, and senior party officials.
The President, accompanied by senior aides and party stalwarts, was received at the Yakubu Gowon Airport in Jos by Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang, APC officials, and traditional rulers.
Tight security measures were in place across major routes in Jos, as the state government temporarily restricted vehicular movement to ensure smooth coordination during the presidential visit.
During the solemn ceremony, President Tinubu paid tribute to the late Mama Lydia, describing her as a woman of faith whose legacy of integrity and compassion would continue to inspire the younger generation.
He also extended his condolences to the Yilwatda family and the people of Plateau State, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to unity and peaceful coexistence across Nigeria’s diverse communities.
Following the funeral rites, President Tinubu is scheduled to meet with church leaders from the Northern region at the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) headquarters in Jos.
The meeting is expected to focus on promoting interfaith dialogue, peacebuilding, and national cohesion, particularly in regions affected by ethno-religious tensions.
Presidential aides confirmed that the engagement with Christian leaders is part of the administration’s broader effort to strengthen communication between the federal government and religious institutions.
The discussion is also anticipated to touch on security, economic stability, and the role of faith-based organizations in fostering social unity.
Tinubu’s visit to Plateau is being viewed as both a gesture of solidarity with the APC national leadership and a symbolic outreach to religious communities in northern Nigeria.
Political analysts note that the President’s decision to combine the condolence visit with a meeting of northern church leaders underscores his administration’s message of inclusion and mutual respect across ethnic and religious divides.
After concluding his engagements in Jos, President Tinubu is expected to return to Lagos later on Saturday.
