Prof. Victor Mbarika, President of the Board of Trustees of The ICT University, has paid tribute to his late grandmother, Mama Esther Mado Munjere, following her burial in Cameroon’s Momo Division.
Family members and community residents gathered in Zang Tabi to lay the matriarch to rest, celebrating a life that Prof. Mbarika described as anchored in deep and unwavering faith. She died in December 2025 at the age of 96.
The ICT scholar recalled travelling to Bamenda three years ago to visit his grandmother and receive her blessings, a moment he now considers especially meaningful. He characterized her as a spiritual pillar in his life, referring to her as his “spiritual guard, guide, and giant.”
According to Prof. Mbarika, Mama Esther lived by strong religious conviction, placing complete trust in God for her health and daily strength. He noted that for nearly 50 years, she did not rely on medication, choosing instead to depend on prayer and faith. “She walked by faith, not by sight,” he said in a written reflection shared with family and associates.
Prof. Mbarika emphasized that although her physical presence is gone, her spiritual legacy endures. He credited her prayers and guidance as foundational influences that continue to shape his leadership and personal journey.
The funeral ceremonies reflected both solemn remembrance and gratitude for a life many described as devoted to faith, family, and spiritual discipline. To him, Mama Esther is remembered by her children, grandchildren, and extended relatives as a matriarch whose influence will continue to resonate across generations.
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