Dear Mama,
As I sit here, my heart heavy with grief and tears streaming down my face, I find it hard to put into words the depth of my love for you and the immense pain of losing you. You were not just my mother; you were my everything—my teacher, my preacher, my prayer warrior, my defender, and my shield against the world.
You gave your all to us, your children. You made so many sacrifices, putting our needs above your own every single time. Your love for us was boundless, unconditional, and it was the anchor that held us steady through life’s storms. I am who I am today because of you—because of your prayers, your guidance, your unwavering support.
De Mama, you always saw things ahead of time. I always thought you would be a great Mama G.O. of a successful church if you ever chose to go into the ministry. You are one of the only few children of God I know who pray and is sure that God will answer. You never doubted or second-guessed God. You encouraged me to go to Port Harcourt for that scholarship interview, and convinced me that I would make it. You ensured that we had the best balanced diet from childhood irrespective of the economic situation. You prioritized our well being above personal possessions. I want you to know that your choices were wise in every regard. You even offered us your last supper! De Mama, you were a ‘Great Prophet’ that walked among us and we didn’t comprehend it until you were gone. I ask for a double portion of your anointing. Just as Elisha received after witnessing the translation of Elijah, so shall we receive. I still wonder why you didn’t ask God to leave you a little longer with us. But I understand that your mission on earth is complete; and God has other assignments for you in Heaven.
Mum, you were a woman of God, and your faith was a light that shone brightly in our lives. I still remember how your prayers brought miracles into my life, how you spoke to God on my behalf and how those prayers moved mountains for me. You were my spiritual pillar, always there to lift me up, to encourage me, to remind me of God’s love and grace.
You were everything to me, De Mama. You nurtured me emotionally, spiritually, intellectually, and physically. You were my comfort in times of sorrow, my strength in moments of weakness. You were my confidante, the one person I could always turn to. Your love was a constant, a source of warmth and security that I will forever cherish.
Now that you’re gone, I feel a strange emptiness inside, but also a sense of gratitude and pride for having called you my Dear Mama. This gives me courage to continue the journey you have set me in. I know that you are in a better place, a place that God has prepared just for you. I believe that you are watching over us, that you are our guiding angel now, still protecting us, still praying for us.
De Mama, you are so deeply missed. Chinyere, whom you loved like your own daughter, and our children, Nzube, Ebube, Aka, and Somkele, all feel the void that your passing has left in our lives. We miss you more than words can express, and we will always carry your memory in our hearts.
Thank you, De Mama, for everything. Thank you for your love, your sacrifices, your faith. Thank you for making me the man I am today. I will never forget all that you’ve done for me, and I promise to honor your legacy in everything I do.
Rest in peace, my Dear Mama. Until we meet again, please continue to watch over us. We love you so much.
With all my love,
Your son, Ugochukwu
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