By Faith Chondol
The Association of Mass Communication Students (AMCOMS), in conjunction with the National Association of Ngas Students (NANGS), held a solemn candlelight procession on Sunday, January 18, 2026, in honour of their late colleague Felix Nenman Tongkwat.
The procession which commenced at the School Checkpoint by 5 PM, proceeded to the late student residence in Plateau State University, Bokkos.
Felix Nenman, a 400-level Mass Communication student born on May 5, 2002, tragically passed away on January 10, 2026 in a car accident on her way resuming back to school.
The event served as a moment of collective mourning, reflection, and celebration of the life of the departed student, drawing members of the university community.
Addressing the gathering, the President of the Mass Communication Departmental Association, Comrade Nicholas Jinan, described the late Nenman as “a jovial and loving personality who carried everyone around her along.” He noted her passing as a profound loss to the department and offered prayers for the repose of her soul.
Comrade Elisha Markus, the Students’ Union Government (SUG) President and a course mate of the deceased, corroborated her good character. “She was a loving and cheerful person who related well with others,” he stated. He encouraged grieving students to find solace in faith and to live purposefully, acknowledging life’s uncertainties.
Representing the family, Mr. Meshach Goladi, an uncle to the deceased, expressed profound gratitude for the support shown. He remembered his niece as a “loving and caring young woman” held in high esteem. While grappling with grief, he expressed the family’s faith in her eternal rest. He appealed for continued love among students and extended forgiveness to anyone she might have offended.
The candlelight procession culminated in prayers for the peaceful repose of Felix Nenman Tongkwat, with attendees united in grief,
Further tributes were paid by the Course Representative, Comrade Joseph, who echoed sentiments of her kindness and offered words of comfort to fellow students.
“May her gentle soul rest in peace with the Lord. Amen.”
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