Mensem, who died at the age of 64, was buried on Thursday, October 29, 2026, following a funeral Mass at St. Thomas Catholic Church, Shendam. His body arrived at the family compound around noon, where family members, friends and well-wishers gathered to pay their last respects.
In his homily, Rev. Fr. Kenneth Yilbil described the deceased as a devoted Christian, committed police officer and community-minded individual whose life reflected faith, discipline and service.
He said Mensem served in the Nigeria Police Force for 35 years with courage, integrity and dedication before his retirement.
The priest also highlighted his commitment to the Catholic faith, noting that he remained an active member of the Catholic Men Organisation (CMO) and was regarded as one of the pillars of the Arewa Catholic community in Masaka.
Reflecting on his life, Rev. Fr. Yilbil said the deceased was widely loved for his jovial personality, generosity and ability to make people feel welcome, adding that his numerous nicknames, including Boss Ne, Don Jazzy and Baba Abuja, reflected the relationships he built with people across different communities.
He urged the congregation to draw lessons from the life of the deceased by remaining faithful to God, serving their communities, caring for their families and making positive contributions to society.
The cleric also encouraged Christians not to postpone acts of forgiveness, love and service, stressing the importance of living responsibly and remaining prepared for the inevitable end of life.
Delivering a condolence message on behalf of Plateau State Governor, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, the Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Naanlong Daniel, described death as an inevitable reality and urged everyone to live responsibly while there is time.
He encouraged the bereaved family to remain strong, uphold the values and legacy of the deceased, and take comfort in the belief that he had gone to eternal rest.
Speaking on behalf of the family, the deceased’s younger brother, Mr. Mathias Mensem, described him as a unifying figure who served as a backbone, adviser and source of strength to the family.
He said Mensem consistently encouraged his siblings to remain united and uphold the values instilled in them by their late father.
According to him, the family has suffered the loss of three members within the year, making the passing of Mensem particularly difficult.
He expressed appreciation to friends, relatives and sympathisers who supported the family through prayers, visits and financial contributions, while assuring that he would continue to provide guidance and support to the deceased’s wife and children.
Mensem is survived by his wife, Evelyn, five children and two grandchildren, alongside siblings and other relatives.
He was subsequently laid to rest at the family compound in Ngootuguut, Shendam Local Government Area of Plateau State.
