Mama Lydia Yilwatda, mother of APC national chairman dies

By Ayorinde Oluokun/Abuja

Mama Lydia Yilwatda, the mother of the National Chairman of All Progressives Congress, APC, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda is dead.

The Plateau chapter of APC announced the death of Mama Yilwatda in a statement by its spokesperson, Shittu Bamaiyi, on Monday.

Also, the APC Chairman also announced the death of his mother in a shot statement posted on his social media platform on Monday morning.

The APC chairman, in the statement said, “With gratitude to God for a life well lived, the Yilwatda family announce the passing into glory of our beloved mother and grandmother, Mama Lydia Goshwe Yilwatda, who peacefully transitioned to eternal rest in the early hours of Sunday, 17th August, 2025

“Mama is survived by her seven children, as well as numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

“Details of the funeral arrangements will be communicated by the family in due course.

The Plateau of APC had in its earlier statement described the death of the APC’s chairman mother as “not only a personal loss to the National Chairman, but also to the entire APC family in Plateau State and the country at large.”

According to the statement, her passing was painful and devastating, especially to her children, as she died at a time when her counsel and prayers were most needed.

“There is no doubt that the late Mama’s death is painful and devastating to the Yilwatdas, because she died at the time her motherly advice and prayers were most needed, particularly to the National Chairman, Professor Yilwatda.” .

APC described Mama Yilwatda as a devoted Christian and respected leader in the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN).

“The deceased was a devoted Christian, virtuous, humane and humble women leader, particularly in the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN). The late Mama Lydia was known for the tireless and immeasurable efforts, alongside her late husband, Reverend Toma Yilwatda, in boosting the Church in Borno, Yobe, Bauchi and Plateau States.”

The party also noted that Mama Lydia left behind an indelible mark through her life of service and through the accomplishments of her children.

“The consoling record is that the deceased left behind an indelible and accomplished legacy, which is manifested in her children.”

APC said the death of the APC Chairman is a huge loss not only to the Yilwatda family, but also to the Church, the Women Fellowship, and Plateau State.

“Surely her demise is a great loss to the Church and the Women Fellowship, as well as Plateau State,” the Party stated.

The APC condoled Professor Yilwatda and his family while praying for the repose of Mama Lydia’s soul.

“While sharing with Professor Yilwatda in his moment of grief, the Party prays God to grant the late Mama’s soul eternal rest.”