The Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) recently joined family, friends, and well-wishers to bid farewell to Hon. Josephine Yinoe Tapgun, a cherished member of the IHVN Board, who passed away on 3rd November 2024.
The wake mass and funeral service in her honour were held at St Fimbars Catholic Church Rayfield, Jos, on November 14th and 15th, 2024, respectively.
IHVN Chief Executive Officer Dr. Patrick Dakum, who was represented at the event by IHVN Director Program Coordinating Unit, Dr. Yusuf Baba Oche, and IHVN Jos Regional Manager Mr. Timzing Miri-Dashe, conveyed the condolences of the Institute’s Board and Management to her family.
Her family’s representative, Ambassador Sir Fidelis Tapgun, former Governor of Plateau State, expressed their gratitude to the Institute. He also thanked everyone who attended the ceremony and called for continued prayers for the family.
The event highlighted the Late Hon. Tapgun’s life of service and love and her positive impact on countless lives. Both the Plateau State Government Deputy Governor, Ms. Josephine Piyo, and the representative of the Plateau State Traditional Council, The Long-Gomai of Shendam, His Royal Highness Martins Shaldas, expressed sadness over her passing and noted that it was a loss to Plateau State and Nigeria at large.
Hon. Tapgun was widely respected for her unwavering commitment to humanity. As an IHVN Board Director, she was instrumental in advancing the organization’s mission to improve healthcare and empower communities across Nigeria.
