Buhari Mourns Brig-Gen, 3 Soldiers Killed by Terrorists

Deji Elumoye in Paris, France

President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed deep sadness over the death 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.

The President, in a release on Saturday by his spokesman, Garba Shehu, stressed that “Nigeria has lost brave soldiers and I salute their courage.

“May their souls Rest In Peace. General Zirkusu leaves us sad and devastated.”
“The soldier in him will remain immortal,” President Buhari said.

He urged the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Faruk Yahaya, to accept his heartfelt condolences and that of the nation, and convey same to the members of the families of those martyred.

“I pray to the Almighty to give you and the bereaved families the strength and courage to bear this irreparable loss,” the President added.