Tragic Loss: Military Honors Fallen Personnel with Mass Burial Following Niger State Ambush.

Tragic Loss: Military Honors Fallen Personnel with Mass Burial Following Niger State Ambush.

In a somber event that underscores the sacrifices made by military personnel, the armed forces are currently presiding over a mass burial for their fallen comrades who lost their lives in a tragic ambush and subsequent air crash that occurred in Niger State.

The devastating incident took place on August 14, 2023, when a group of armed bandits launched a surprise attack on troops stationed in Niger State. The attack resulted in the untimely demise of 14 soldiers, with an additional seven sustaining injuries as they valiantly defended their post.

The gravity of the situation led to the immediate mobilization of the Nigeria Air Force's evacuation aircraft. However, in a heart-wrenching turn of events, the aircraft crashed, claiming the lives of all passengers on board, including two skilled pilots and two crew members. This catastrophic accident further deepened the sense of loss and grief within the military community.

The fallen heroes who will be laid to rest are:

• Late Major SA Oni
• Late Flight Lieutenant Anthony Duryumsu
• Late Flight Lieutenant Ibrahim Adamu
• Late Lieutenant Gm Odusami
• Late Lieutenant Us Alkali
• Late Sergeant Faruk Mohammed
• Late Corporal Ibrahim Garba
• Late Corporal Chiroma Pogu
• Late Corporal Adama Isaac
• Late Corporal Haruna Jamilu
• Late Corporal Samaila Bashiru
• Late Able Seaman Suleiman Mk (Nigerian Navy)
• Late Corporal Jauro Amos (Nigeria Air Force)
• Late Lance Corporal Sunday Okopi
• Late Lance Corporal Ekpanyo Edetd
• Late Lance Corporal Alaribe Daniel (Nigeria Air Force)
• Late Lance Corporal Brigss Stephen (Nigeria Air Force)
• Late Lance Corporal Yakubu Ayuba
• Late Lance Corporal Nura Mohammed
• Late Private Habib Aliyu
• Late Private Tanko Waje
• Late Air Craft Man Abubakar Abdulrahaman (Nigeria Air Force)

The military ceremony serves as a poignant reminder of the risks and challenges faced by these brave men and women as they selflessly defend their nation's security. As the fallen heroes are laid to rest, the nation collectively mourns their loss and expresses gratitude for their unwavering dedication."