Saturday 5 November 2016

Army Commander, Four others killed in Boko Haram attack

COAS Lt. Gen buratai presenting award of excellence to late Lt. Col Ali



Nigerian army are mourning the death of  Lt. Col. Muhammad Abu Ali recognized as Sarkin Yaki (Chief warrior), Mr. Ali before his death was the Commanding officer, 272 Task Force Battalion at Mallam Fatori in Borno State.

Mr . Ali died along with four other soldiers during a confrontation with the boko haram insurgents who attacked 119 Battalion, Nigerian Army locationat Mallam Fatori on Friday.

The Theatre Command Centre of Operation Lafiya Dole in Maiduguri, said Ali, “served the nation with unwavering commitment and dedication, paying the ultimate price so that millions can sleep on their beds in peace.”

Mr. Ali was promoted just last year due to his gallantry in the battlefield.


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