Remaining Nigeria collapse bodies finally home
The mortal remains were received by the bereaved families at Themba hospital.
KABOKWENI – After five agonising months of waiting in anticipation, the families of the six Nigeria church collapse victims who were still in Nigeria may finally find closure.
The mortal remains of the last six victims that were repatriated from Nigeria by the national government finally arrived in the province today.
Sitting in a hall at Themba hospital during a prayer service before receiving their loved ones’ remains,it was evident that the family members were emotionally exhausted by the long wait.
Speaking to the families, Bishop Malope of the council of the churches said it was not an easy journey but “God is present to heal your wounds.”
Representing premier David Mabuza,MEC for the department of health,Mr Gillion Mashego praised the families for their patience in the midst of the unpleasant waiting.
“We hope the families will finally find closure. As a province we are closing this chapter,” he said.
The victims who were repatriated today are:
1.Mahlwele Maureen from eMalahleni
2.Qibi Nokuthula Beauty, Nkomazi
3.Nkuna Ntombi Tryphina, Nkomazi
4.Zazi Rabi Lwandle, Umjindi
5.Lybon Mathebula, Bushbuckridge
6.Prudence Mbokoda, Bushbuckridge.
Families have once again been advised not to view the mortal remains since they are in extreme bad state.
