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From Jude Owuamanam, Jos
Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang, has congratulated Mrs. Victoria Gowon, the wife of former Head of State, Gen Yakubu Gowon on her 80th birthday.
In a congratulatory message signed by the Director of Press and Public Affairs Gyang Bere, Mutfwang described Mrs. Gowon as a towering figure of excellence, a compassionate mother, and a woman of remarkable grace who worked tirelessly in support of reconciliation, reconstruction, and the rebuilding of Nigeria during the administration of her beloved husband.
The statement said, “On this remarkable and momentous occasion of your 80th birthday, I extend my warmest felicitations and heartfelt best wishes to our beloved mother, Her Excellency, Victoria Gowon, former First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. At this significant milestone, we celebrate a life defined by grace, compassion, faith, resilience, humility, and selfless service to humanity.
“Your years as First Lady during the administration of our beloved father, the former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, were marked by a remarkable commitment to the wellbeing of families and the unity of our dear nation. As a trained nurse, you demonstrated exceptional compassion and care for the sick and vulnerable, bringing comfort to those in distress and hope to the hopeless.”
Mutfwang recalled with nostalgia the remarkable role played by Mrs. Gowon during a critical period in Nigeria’s history, when she provided invaluable motherly support, compassion, and encouragement, while championing the ideals of peace, reconciliation, national healing, and peaceful coexistence.
The governor said Mrs Gowon’s enduring advocacy for peace and commitment to building bridges across ethnic, religious, and regional divides have earned her a special place in the hearts of Nigerians.
He noted that her life has demonstrated that nation-building is not achieved solely through the exercise of political authority, but also through compassion, wisdom, quiet diplomacy, sacrifice, service, and the courage to promote understanding in times of difficulty.
“As you attain this remarkable age of 80, we celebrate not only the gift of your life but also the enduring legacy of motherhood, peace, service, and love for Nigeria that you have built over the decades.
“You remain a source of wisdom, inspiration, and motherly warmth to generations, and your contributions to the peace and unity of our nation will continue to be remembered and appreciated,” the governor added.
