The Nigerian Army has confirmed the killing of its former Provost Marshal, Major-General Hassan Ahmed.
The sad incident occurred when the senior officer’s vehicle was attacked on Thursday by gunmen while traveling along Abuja-Lokoja Expressway.
A statement by Army spokesperson, Brigadier-General, Onyema Nwachukwu says a delegation from the Army Headquarters led by the Chief of Policy and Plans, Major-General Anthony Omozoje has visited the widow and other members of the bereaved family. Members of the Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association, NAOWA led by the Deputy National President, Stella Omozoje have also visited the family to condole with them.
The remains of the deceased senior officer will be accorded befitting military burial at the Lungi Barracks Cemetery on Friday.
The Army however did not confirm the speculation that his wife was with him when the incident occurred.
(Editor: Terverr Tyav)
