By Sunday Ode
President Muhammadu Buhari has sent condolences to former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, following the demise of his older sister, Mrs. Maryamu Lami Dimka.
This was stated in a statement by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, yesterday, which revealed that she died on 3rd August, 2022.
According to Garba, Maryamu was the wife of Late Commissioner of Police, Mr. S.K. Dimka, and is survived by children including Mrs. Elizabeth Rimdans, one-time Resident Electoral Commissioner in Anambra and Bauchi States, Ms Margaret Dimka, Mr. Philip Dimka and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
“Other surviving relations, the statement said, are retired Flight Captain of the defunct Nigeria Airways, Captain Moses Gowon and Dauda Gowon.
“She retained the right family values and moral strength. She instilled a spirit of service in her children as seen through their philanthropic activities and an eagerness to give back to society,” said the President.
President Buhari said the deceased left behind a remarkable record of service and care as a Matron in the female hostel at Ahmadu Bello University in the 60s and would continue to be cherished for her active participation in many social and religious organizations which include Nigerian Red Cross Society, Young Women’s Christian Association, Bible Translation, Bible Society and Horticultural Society.
President Buhari urged General Gowon and the family members she left behind to preserve her memories and legacies.
“In this tragic hour, our hearts and prayers are with you and the entire family,” said the President.
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