Nigeria, May 5 -- The burial of the late Pope Francis who passed on at age 88 was remarkably solemn and well organised. The outpouring of global sympathy and love were evident in the simple and eventful life he worthily lived. The Pontiff who was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio embodied the spirit and soul of simplicity, courage and humility. Until his death, he was elected head of the catholic church and King of the Vatican City from March 13, 2013 to April 21, 2025.

He was the first Jesuit priest to be a pope and first Latin American. He loved the poor and lived by example of being rich in Christ even in poverty. The death of the Pope brings to a momentous end an era of selflessness, dignity and piety. He was handsome, rich in character, de...