The Nigerian Army has announced the passing of Major General Hassan Ahmed, a former Provost Marshall of the Nigerian Army.
A statement by the Nigerian Army said “With a heavy heart, the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya, Officers and Soldiers of the Nigerian Army regret to announce the passing on of Major General Hassan Ahmed, a former Provost Marshall of the Nigerian Army. The sad incident occurred when the senior officer’s vehicle was attacked by gunmen while transiting along Lokoja – Abuja road on Thursday, 15 July 2021″.
The statement further said a delegation from the Army Headquarters led by the Chief of Policy and Plans (Army) Major General Anthony Omozoje has visited the widow and other members of the late officer.
Also, members of the Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association (NAOWA) led by the Deputy National President, Mrs Stella Omozoje have also visited the family to condole with them. The army said the remains of the deceased senior officer will be accorded a befitting burial at the Lungi Barracks Cemetery on Thursday 16 July 2021 by 10 am.
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