A Delegation of Iyara Development Association on Thursday paid a condolence visit to Senator Smart Adeyemi, former Senator representing Kogi West on the death of his mother, Mama Victoria Adeyemi.
The delegation led by the Iyara think-tank Committee Chairman, Prof. Sam Ale where at the Maitama Residence of the Distinguished Senator to commiserate with him on his mother’s demise.
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In his remarks, Prof. Ale acknowledged the role of the mother in his life but God owns life and takes it at will.
The Think-tank Committee Chairman said the condolences that greeted the demise of his mother showed that he is a worthy son of Iyara and a distinguished Nigerian.
He stated that though the passing of his mother was a great loss, the community is proud of him as he remains a Pride to Iyara, Kogi State and Nigeria.
Prof. Ale offered prayers for God to grant the deceased eternal rest and prayed God to elevate Senator Adeyemi.
The National President of IDA, Dr. Aliyu Badaki conveyed the condolences of the entire people of Iyara land to the former Lawmaker, describing Mama Victoria Adeyemi as an Icon of humanity and philanthropy.
Dr. Badaki enjoined Senator Smart Adeyemi and the family Mama left behind to take solace in the fact that she lived a purposeful and fulfilled live that is worthy of emulation.
The Chairman of IDA Abuja branch, Mr. Akin Osanaiye offered prayers for the repose of the soul of Mama Victoria Adeyemi, saying the branch identifies with him at the moment of grief.
Responding, Senator Smart Adeyemi thanked the delegation for the visit, saying the passing of his mother was painful.
He stated that he had wished for her to live longer but death is inevitable, adding that he has accepted her death as an act of God.