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Nigeria and Nigerians mourned him. My. Col Muhammad Abu Ali became a statistic in the collateral damage in the war against terrorism.
Governor Yahaya Bello was on a 2-weeks break when this unfortunate incident occurred. In a condolence message released by his Chief Press Secretary, Governor Bello described the late officer as one of contemporary Nigeria's finest who gave his all in service to his country paying the supreme price in the process. To this end, a high powered state delegation led by the Speaker of the State House of Assembly was at the national funeral held in honour of the fallen officer and some of his colleagues.
On his return to Kogi State, the Governor paid a condolence visit on Brigadier General Abu Ali in his palace at Bassa - Nge.
Expectedly, most of us have moved on but it cannot be that easy for his family to so do. And because we must show we appreciate the sacrifices of those who give their all to keep us safe, the wife of the Governor, Hajia Rashida Bello was with the wife and children on Friday.
Today, Governor Bello, accompanied by the Speaker of Kogi State House of Assembly, is here in Kaduna at the residence of Mrs Samira Abu Ali to commiserate with her and her children. He promises not to forget the family. He says Kogi State government will not just immortalise late Lt. Col Muhammad Abu Ali, government will ensure that they take responsibility for the education of his three children up to university level.
Governor Yahaya Bello extends his condolence to all families and loved ones of all who have lost their lives in the battle against terrorism and calls on the federal government to improve the welfare of our military personnel who are giving everything they have to protect Nigeria's territorial integrity. Furthermore, he urged the federal government not to forget the families of those who have died in active service.
To officers and men of the Nigeria Armed Forces who are in danger zones, Governor Bello says he appreciates their work. He is optimistic that given the commitment of President Muhammadu Buhari to ending insurgency in Nigeria, Boko Haram threat will soon be a thing of the past. He therefore urged them to not lose hope adding that Nigerians acknowledge and appreciate their sacrifices and all they do for Nigeria.
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