Hardworking Univen legal advisor buried

Dr Nanga Lidovho, a legal advisor for the University of Venda, was buried in the Shayandima cemetery at the weekend.

Lidovho (51), died on 1 May in an accident while riding with fellow bikers at Shakadza in the Mutale area.

A memorial service was held at Univen where he worked at the time of his death and another one at his home. He was described as a good family man who always strived for unity. He was also applauded as a hard worker and distinguished scholar who always encouraged studying.

Some of the well-known people who attended the funeral include the present and a previous principals of Univen, Proff Peter Mbati and Gessler Nkondo, the mayor of Thulamela, Cllr Grace Mahosi, and Judge Tshifhiwa Maumela of the North Gauteng High Court.

More than 40 motor bikers from all over Limpopo and Mpumalanga also came to pay their last respects to their fallen friend. They led the procession from his home to the local Lutheran Church, where the service was held, before heading for the cemetery.

Lidovho was an academic of repute, having attained many qualifications, including a doctorate. He also served on the boards of many organisations. He joined Univen 22 years ago as a lecturer in the School of Law.

He was appointed as deputy dean and head of department of Adjectival Criminal law and Clinical Legal Studies in the School of Law at the University of Venda between 1994 and 1995. During the same period, he was appointed acting dean in the School of Law. He became the legal advisor for the vice-chancellor in 1995.

He is survived by his wife, his two children, his mother, three brothers and a sister.

News - Date: 17 May 2013

Elmon Tshikhudo

Elmon Tshikhudo started off as a photographer. He developed an interest in writing and started submitting articles to local as well as national publications. He became part of the Limpopo Mirror family in 2005 and was a permanent part of the news team until 2019.

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