Jonathan hails late Deaconess Oyakhilome’s legacy of faith, discipline, service

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has praised the late Deaconess Angel Oyakhilome for her exemplary life, describing her as a devoted mother whose commitment to God, strong moral values and service to humanity left a lasting legacy.

In a condolence message dated September 28, 2026, to Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, the Oyakhilome family and the Believers’ LoveWorld community, Jonathan said her life reflected discipline, virtue and dedication to her family and the Christian faith.

In a condolence message dated September 28, 2026, Jonathan described the late matriarch as a devoted mother whose life was marked by discipline, exemplary character and dedicated service to God and humanity.

“I condole with you, the Oyakhilome family, and the Believers’ LoveWorld family on the transition to glory of your mother, Deaconess Angel Oyakhilome,” the former president said.

Jonathan praised the deceased for her virtues, wisdom and commitment to her family, noting that her life reflected a dedication to raising her children and making a positive impact on society.

“Mama was a devoted mother who lived a life of impact and service to God and humanity. As a mother, her life was one of discipline and exemplary character, embodying virtue and wisdom,” he stated.

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The former president also highlighted the influence of Deaconess Angel Oyakhilome on her children, saying her dedication to their upbringing was reflected in their achievements and leadership within the Christian community.

According to Jonathan, the late matriarch’s commitment to her family helped shape her children into Christian leaders whose influence extends across Nigeria, Africa and the wider world.

“Her dedication to her family is reflected in the lives of you and your siblings, who have become Christian leaders with enormous influence in Nigeria, Africa and across the world,” he said.

Acknowledging the emotional pain associated with losing a mother, Jonathan urged Pastor Oyakhilome and his family to draw strength from the enduring legacy of faith and service she left behind.

“The passing of a mother is a painful experience, one that is difficult to quantify. However, I hope you take solace in the rich legacy of faith and impact that Mama left behind,” he added.

Jonathan further encouraged the bereaved family to find comfort in the Christian hope of eternal life, quoting the biblical assurance that being absent from the body means being present with the Lord.

“Please be comforted by the assurance of the Scripture, knowing that ‘to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord’, and that Mama is in a better place,” he stated.

He prayed for divine comfort and strength for Pastor Oyakhilome and the entire family as they mourned their loss.

“May God console you and continue to sustain you with hope and love during this moment,” Jonathan said.

The former president concluded his message with a prayer for the eternal peace of the deceased.

“May her soul rest in God’s eternal peace,” he added.