Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong was among thousands of sympathizers who converged on ECWA Unity Church Rayfield Jos to pay last respects to Deloh Naomi Jugu who died recently at the age of 82.
Governor Lalong described her as a mother who was loving, principled and passionate for the development of Plateau State and Nigeria as well as resolute for the protection of the lives of women, children and the less privileged.
He said Ngwo Naomi Jugu was a fearless politician who never tolerated injustice but would rather give up her rights and comfort to fight for equity, fairness and justice.
The Governor said her life story is one of Service, diligence and excellence because she carried out her assignments with the fear of God and love. This made her serve various Governments in the State and at the National level in many capacities.
Governor Lalong said she left indelible footprints in the sands of time which will need to be filled by those she has mentored and raised in the area of politics, community service, business and education among others.
In his sermon, Rev. Ayuba Ashishe challenged Christians and Nigerians of other faiths to bear in mind that they will one day give account of themselves before God who has the records of their activities.
He said the Book of Revelation in the Bible is very clear that every soul with stand before God to be judged according to his deeds without discrimination or any escape. He said Late Deloh Naomi Jugu was a committed Christian who did her best to follow the ways of God at all times.
The family of the deceased appreciated Governor Lalong for his support, respect, and love towards Mama Naomi Jugu while she was alive and even at her death.
They described her as a caring and loving mother who did not only raise her biological children, but also trained many who have become great persons in politics, business, education among others.