The Nigerian Army has confirmed the passing away of its Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Ibrahim Attahiru.
A statement by the Army Director of Public Relations, Brigadier General Mohammed Yerima said the sad event occurred following an air crash in Kaduna which also claimed the lives of 10 other officers including the crew.
The Army Chief was en route to Kaduna from Abuja on Friday, 21 May 2021 when the unfortunate incident happened.
Details of the sad incident and burial arrangements will be communicated soon.
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