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Buhari Sad As ISWAP Kills Brig.Gen Zirkisu, Three Others

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Buhari Sad As ISWAP Kills Brig.Gen Zirkisu, Three Others

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President Muhammadu Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed extreme sadness over the demise of Brigadier General Dzarma Zirkusu and three soldiers during encounter with the Islamic State of West African Province (ISWAP).

He noted that the deceased paid the supreme sacrifice in a very rare display of gallantry as they tried to help their compatriots in the war against terrorists.

“Nigeria has lost brave soldiers. I salute their courage. May their souls Rest In Peace. General Zirkusu leaves us sad and devastated. The soldier in him will remain immortal” said the President.

The President urged the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Faruk Yahaya to accept his heartfelt condolences and that of the nation, and convey same to the members of the families of those martyred.

“I pray to the Almighty to give you and the bereaved families the strength and courage to bear this irreparable loss,” the President added in a statement by Garba Shehu, a Senior Special Assistant to the President (Media & Publicity).

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