The remains of late Mama Hannah Victoria Macaulay, mother of former Secretary to the Delta State Government, SSG, Comrade Ovuozourie Macaulay, was on Friday November 19, 2021, laid to rest at her hometown, Owhologbo in Isoko North local government area, Delta State.
Mama Hannah Macaulay who was interred at about 1pm was survived by children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Earlier in his sermon at the funeral service held at St Phillip’s Anglican Church, Owhelogbo, the Archbishop of Bendel Province, Anglican Communion, Most Revd Cyril Odutemu, described late Hannah Macaulay as a woman that made positive impact in the society, especially raising her children right.
Odutemu said resurrection and judgment were at hand and advocated for a positive change of heart among believers and sinners as there was no repentance in the grave.
While praying God to grant the soul of the deceased matriarch eternal rest, the Archbishop Odutemu, urged her children to immortalise her by promoting the good traits she radiated.
In his remarks at the service, the Delta State Governor, Sen. Ifeanyi Okowa commiserated with the Macaulay family on the passing of their matriarch, noting that she lived a life of great accomplishments, especially in bringing up her children in the way of the Lord.
Okowa said, “At 88, she brought up worthy children and I am glad to be part of this ceremony for the celebration of life and thanksgiving for a great mother who went through a lot in keeping the family together having lost her husband 49 years ago.
“She lived a life that continuously believed in God, a life of compassion and service unto the people and we must continuously pray for the spirit to care for one another in the course of our Christian race.”
While noting that his government was not averse to criticism but against criticising for political gains, Okowa said constructive criticism remained a vital ingredient for democratic growth and sustainable development of any nation.
Speaking on behalf of the family, Comrade Ovuozourie Macaulay thanked Governor Okowa, former Governor James Ibori, former Adams Oshiomohle, the Minority Leader of the Houseof Representatives, Rt. Hon.Ndudi Elumelu and other dignitaries for attending his mother’s burial ceremony, saying that his mother teachings had made him whom he is today.
Macaulay said the late mother was everything to him, saying she was my Adviser and Mentor. He lamented that he would miss the mother’s advice and prayers.
The former Delta state governor, Chief James Ibori, former national chairman of All Progressive Congress, APC, Comrade Adams Oshiomohle, Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Ndudi Elumelu, Speaker of Delta State House of Assembly, Chief Sheriff Oborevwori and others described Mama Victoria Macauley as a dedicated Christian while alive and they pray God almighty to grant her eternal rest as they bid her farewell.
Also at the ceremony includes; Senator James Manager, Senator Ighoyota Amori, Senator Emmanuel Aguariavwodo, Chief Leo Ogor, Chief Patrick Ukah, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, Chief Thomas Eriyitomi, Chief Solomon Igrakpata, Olorogun Talib Tebite, Chief Fred Majemite, and Chief Fegorson Onwo.
Others are the President General of Urhobo Progress Union, Olorogun Moses Taiga, and the President General of Isoko Development Union, Prof Chris Akpotu, amongst others
