President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed sadness over the
death of Brigadier General Dzarma Zirkusu and the three other soldiers killed
during a clash with the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) members
in Borno State.
They were attacked a few kilometers from Askira town in
Askira Uba Local Government Area of Borno State while they were on their way to
the town where the military and the ISWAP were exchanging gunfire.
The President in a statement shared on his Facebook page,
hailed the fallen soldiers for their courage, describing their sacrifice as
very rare display of gallantry for the nation.
Buhari sent his condolences to the Chief of Staff and
families of the deceased military officers.
The statement reads: “I’m extremely saddened to hear of the
demise of Brigadier General Dzarma Zirkusu and three soldiers who 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.”
Buhari prayed the Almighty to give the Armed Forces and the
bereaved families the strength and courage to bear this irreparable loss.
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