Alia Bids Farewell To Late Tyohen Aondoakaa

By Isaac Uzaan 

Benue State Governor Rev Fr Dr Hyacinth Iormem Alia Friday, May 23, 2025 joined other sympathizers to bid farewell to Late Timothy Tyohen Aondoakaa.

Timothy Tyohen Aondoakaa who died on the 16th of May 2025 at the age of 81 years was laid to rest Friday at his compound, Tse-Aondoakaa Malami Apu Vambe in Mbagbam, Ute, Vandeikya Local Government Area of Benue State.

Governor Alia mourned the passing of Timothy Tyohen Aondoakaa whom he said had contributed significantly to the development of education in Benue State through his establishment of the famous Robert F. Kennedy Nursery and Primary School, Gboko, Malami Comprehensive Secondary School, Gboko, and later, Malami College of Education, Gboko.

The Governor described the deceased as a man of vision, humility, and dedication pointing out his time as chairman of Vandeikya Local Government Area where he served with uncommon commitment and contributed hugely to the development of the Local Government Area.

On behalf of the government and people of Benue State, Governor Alia extended his most sincere condolences to the deceased family, urging them to take solace in the good and fulfilled life their father lived just as he prayed for the repose of the soul of the deceased.

Amongst those who spoke at the funeral, the Ter Kunav, HRH Nyiyongo Achiaku, the President General, Kunav United Development Association KUDA, Deacon Emmanuel Tor Yaji, and the Deputy Chairman of Vandeikya Local Government Area, Mrs Janet Orukuna who represented the Council Chairman all extolled the virtues of Late Timothy Tyohen Aondoakaa and sued for unity of purpose especially now that their son Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia is the Governor of Benue State.

Robert Tyohen Aondoakaa who responded on behalf of the family, thanked everyone who took out time to identify with them during that difficult moment, emphasizing the supportive role Governor Alia has played beginning from the time their father took ill to the time of his passing, praying that God should reward everyone and return them safely to their various destinations.

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