By Israel Joel
Governor Simon Lalong of Plateau State yesterday visited the residence of the Deputy Speaker, Idris Wase in Jos to commiserate with him over the death of his elder sister, Hajiya Maryam Idris Abdullahi Maikano who died recently.

Lalong described late Hajiya Maryam, wife of the late Emir of Wase Alhaji Abdullahi Maikano as a virtuous woman who demonstrated exceptional humility, generosity, kindness, and honesty during her lifetime and lived exemplary lifestyle.

Governor Lalong accompanied by the Secretary to the Government of the State, Prof. Danladi Abok Atu, Chief of Staff Noel Donjur, Head of Service, Engr. Sunday Hyatt as well as Commissioners of Transport, Information and Communication, and Special Duties.

While urging the Deputy Speaker and members of the family to accept her death as the will of God, Governor Lalong said her legacies will remain a point of reference for a very long time.

Deputy Speaker Rt. Hon. Idris Wase thanked the Governor for his words of comfort, support, and personal visit which affirms his humility, compassion, and kindness.

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Elder brother to the Deputy Speaker Retired Justice Yakubu Idris also welcomed the visit of the Governor, describing it as another gesture that has characterized inclusivity and nondiscrimination of the Lalong administration.

He urged the Governor to remain firm in his passion for peace and security which is the basic requirement for development. He said the efforts of Governor Lalong have yielded good results, making Plateau one of the relatively safe states in the country.