Buhari urges Nigerians to be lovers of Peace

President Muhammadu Buhari has asked Nigerians to be peacemakers and to live a life of sacrifice in order to leave a lasting impression.

The President made the request during the funeral of Ngo Zimi Pam, the mother of Rev. Yakubu Pam, the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christians Pilgrims Commission (NCPC).

On Saturday, the service was place at the Tahei Polo Field in Gyel, Jos South Local Government Area.

Buhari praised the dead as a selfless mother who instilled strong moral values in her children and provided humanitarian aid to the poor in her town.

The president, who was represented by Dame Pauline Tallen, Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, exhorted youngsters to honor their moms in order to live long and prosper.

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Mr. Simon Lalong, the governor of Plateau, stated in his remarks that the dead was a committed Christian and community leader who dedicated her life to God and mankind.

He said she mentored many individuals who went on to be outstanding in society, and he urged her family to be comforted by her legacy of good deeds.

Dr. Kayode Fayemi, chairman of the Nigerian Governors Forum, characterized the dead as a selfless mother who cared for not just her children but also the poor youngsters in her neighborhood in her tribute.

According to him, she had a wonderful life and had a positive influence on many people, as seen by the testimony delivered in her honor.

He asked Nigerians to follow in her footsteps.