Farewell, Hajia Zainab Ibrahim Idris

It will surely come when it will come. It is a necessary end of every mortal. It respects no one, high and low. Nobody has immunity from death. In fact, no one lives eternally. Some people live life till they attain old age, some die even before they are born, and yet some die at […]

It will surely come when it will come. It is a necessary end of every mortal. It respects no one, high and low. Nobody has immunity from death. In fact, no one lives eternally. Some people live life till they attain old age, some die even before they are born, and yet some die at the peak of their career. So when on Saturday the May 31, 2014, literary hundreds were shocked by the announcement of the death of Hajiya Zainab Ibrahim Idris, the first lady of Kogi State between 2003 and 2012, and mother of Honourable Mohammed. To any one that knew or heard of her
gentle soul, Mama as she was fondly called by her loved ones was the most humble, and gentle human beings you could ever meet. An endless list of complimentary words cannot define the incredible person that this astoundingly selfless mother was; she was the pride of her family, the most compassionate first lady, the most caring mother any child could wish for, a devoted wife, a faithful friend and a priceless asset to the state. As the state lost a greater first lady and even a greater woman, we mourn her passing away two weeks to her 59th birthday. We also reflect on
the impact she made in her position as the first lady through her pet project, she was without doubt one of the most successful and respected figure in Kogi State. As first lady, she was very much respected and the human qualities and unassuming way in which she conducted herself set her apart as a role model for the state and the country at large. While we understand the inevitability of
death for all humans, we appreciate how Hajiya Zainab will be missed by all who knew her and particularly by the amiable Hon. Mohammed who is so fond of her and love her so much and his family. Indeed, a vacuum difficult to fill has been created, but we fervently pray that almighty Allah grant her pardon and a peaceful abode in paradise.  Adieu Mama. Your memory lives forever in our heart.  

Musa Wada, Abuja