* As Peter Obi commiserates AIT Ocheme over death of Mother.
ATABOR JULIUS LOKOJA.
As the appointments of headship of tertiary institutions in the country, have left much to be desired, the Catholic Bishop of Idah Diocese, Anthony Ademu Adaji, has cautioned Gov’ Ododo to consider merits and integrity above political consideration in the appointment of heads of state own tertiary institutions.
This, the fiery Bishop said , has become necessary to engender competence, transparency, accountability, peace and sustainability of the ongoing transformation going on at the Prince Abubakar Audu University Anyigba , under the Vice Chancellor, Professor Marietu Tenuche.
This is just as the 2023 presidential candidate of Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi has commiserated with the families of Kano state correspondent of AIT. Mr. Jeremiah Enemona Ocheme over the death of his mother.
Bishop Adaji gave the advise in a sermon he delivered at the funeral mass of late Helen Adija Ocheme, the mother of Jeremiah Ocheme of AIT held on Friday at Saint Charles Catholic church Ankpa, kogi state.
The clergy man noted that education sector is so crucial to the development of society, hence , it should not be left to vagaries of political affiliations as criteria for the appointment of the heads of state sponsored tertiary institutions.
He said , the appeal is to allow those with competence and of high moral values are appointed into the highest positions of tertiary institutions in the state to allow continuity , peace and academic excellence.
According to him, as the tenure of the present vice chancellor of PAAU , prof. Marietu Tenuche is winding down, Gov’Ododo should consider merit and integrity in choosing her successor to maintain peace and academic excellence already recorded in the university.
In his exhortation, he encouraged the family of the deceased to be consoled by the fact that their matriarch has gone to be with the lord as she lived a dedicated and committed Christian life.
He urged the family to emulate their mother, whose life on earth was pleasing to Almighty God who called her home during church service on the first day of January 2025 .
He stated that everything under the sun has expiring date and as such, mama has completed her race here on earth and has been called home to be with her maker, assuring that with the outpouring testimonies, she would have been at the bosom of our lord Jesus Christ for eternity.
He called on the family to remain as Catholics throughout their lives and uphold family cohesion even after the departure of their mother.
Meanwhile, former Presidential candidate of Labour Party in the last election, Mr. Peter Obi, represented by, High Chief Peter Ameh , has this say to the family of Ocheme
” I’ m deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your beloved matriarch, Mrs. Hellen Adija Ocheme, on January 1st, 2025. May you and all family members find strength and comfort in the loving memories you shared with Mama.
” Mrs. Ocheme was an extraordinary woman whose love, kindness, and generosity touched countless lives. Her dedication to her family, community, and faith was inspiring, and her legacy will continue to inspire future generations. Her legacy will live on through the countless lives she touched.
“As you navigate this difficult time, I pray that you find strength and comfort in the loving memories you have all shared with your mother. May you cherish the laughter, the tears, and the moments of joy that you shared with her. May her love, wisdom, and guidance continue to guide you in the days ahead.
“Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. May God grant Mrs. Ocheme eternal rest and provide solace to your family. May you find peace, comfort, and strength wsin athe midst of your adversity.
Meanwhile, late Mrs Helen Adija Ocheme died on first of January, 2025 at the age of 69 and buried in her country home at Imane , leaving behind children among whom is Jeremiah Enemona Ocheme of AIT Kano.
Dignitaries at the occasion include Vc PAAU , Prof. Marietu Tenuche and management team, members of correspondents chapel , kogi state , staff of AIT , representatives of Kano state government and others.
