By Ojotule Romanus
The Bishop of Anglican Communion, Okene Diocese, Rtd. Rev.Emmanuel Isezuo, has commended the Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, for what he described as fair and inclusive leadership in the state.
Bishop Isezuo, gave the commendation during the funeral and thanksgiving service of the late Mrs. Mary Anaza, mother of the Provost of the College of Nursing, Obangede, Mr. James Anaza.
Speaking at the service, the cleric said the recent appointment of Mr. James Anaza, as Provost of the College of Nursing, Obangede, reflects merit and professionalism devoid of religious bias.
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He noted that the governor’s approach to governance has strengthened unity and public confidence in the present administration, just as he called for continues prayers and support for the governor to succeed.
In his sermon, the clergy described the late Mrs Ananza as devoted Christian who dedicated her service to humanity and prayed for the repose of the her soul.
He urge the family to take solace in the fact that their mother lived a fulfilled life.
In his remarks, the Provost of the College of Nursing Obangede, Mr. James Anaza had thanked the Governor for reaching out to the family during the passing of their mother.
He noted that Governor Ododo had sent a condolence message to the family through the Secretary to the Government of Kogi State describing the gesture as reassuring and a sign of responsive leadership.
Anaza described his late mother as a devoted Christian who nurtured him with prayers and wise counsel.
The ceremony attracted dignitaries, clerics, family members and well-wishers who gathered to celebrate the life and legacy of the centenarian with tributes highlighting her humility, resilience and enduring impact on her family and community.
Meanwhile, the remains of late Mrs. Mary Anaza, were later laid to rest in her home town of Okenkwe in Okene Local Government Area of Kogi State.
Aged, 100 years, late Mrs. Anaza died recently after a brief illness and she is survived by Mr. James Ananza, Provost of the College of Nursing Obangede and other siblings.
