Army Immortalises Attahiru, Renames Calabar Barracks After Late Chief of Army Staff
The Nigerian Army has paid a fitting tribute to the late Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Ibrahim Attahiru, by renaming the Headquarters of the 13 Brigade, Akim Barracks, in Calabar, Cross River State, after him.
The renaming ceremony was held on Tuesday, with the Head of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, leading the event.
Shaibu described the renaming as more than just a change of name, stating that the renamed barracks would serve as an enduring symbol of service, sacrifice, courage, and national unity.
The Late Chief of Army Staff's Legacy Honoured
The late military officer's contributions to the Nigerian Army and the nation were acknowledged during the ceremony.
Attahiru, Nigeria's 21st Chief of Army Staff, tragically passed away in a military aircraft crash in Kaduna State on May 21, 2021, alongside other military personnel.
Government Officials and Family Members in Attendance
Attahiru's widow, Mrs. Fatima Attahiru, and other government officials, including Cross River State Deputy Governor, Mr. Peter Oduah, were in attendance at the ceremony.
During the event, Cross River State Deputy Governor, Mr. Peter Oduah, expressed gratitude to the Nigerian Army for honouring the late military officer's memory.
The Late Chief of Army Staff's Legacy Honoured
The renaming of the barracks reflects the late military officer's enduring impact on the Nigerian Army and the nation.
Attahiru, who served as Nigeria's 21st Chief of Army Staff, made significant contributions to the Nigerian Army and the nation during his brief tenure.
Army Honours Late Chief of Army Staff
The renaming of the barracks is a testament to the Nigerian Army's commitment to honouring the memory of the late military officer.
The late Lieutenant General Ibrahim Attahiru, who served as Nigeria's 21st Chief of Army Staff, will be remembered for his contributions to the Nigerian Army and the nation.
Mrs. Fatima Attahiru Speaks on Behalf of Family
Speaking on behalf of her family, Mrs. Fatima Attahiru expressed gratitude to the Nigerian Army for honouring her late husband's memory.
The renaming of the barracks is a fitting tribute to the late Lieutenant General Ibrahim Attahiru, who was Nigeria's 21st Chief of Army Staff.
Cross River State Deputy Governor's Remarks
Cross River State Deputy Governor, Mr. Peter Oduah, commended the Nigerian Army for honoring the late Lieutenant General Ibrahim Attahiru's memory.
The renaming of the barracks is a testament to the Nigerian Army's commitment to honouring the memory of the late military officer, who was Nigeria's 21st Chief of Army Staff.
Nigerian Army's Commitment to Honouring Attahiru
The renaming of the barracks is a testament to the Nigerian Army's commitment to honouring the memory of the late military officer, who served as Nigeria's 21st Chief of Army Staff.
The renaming of the barracks is a fitting tribute to Lieutenant General Ibrahim Attahiru, whose service to the nation will always be remembered.
Late Chief of Army Staff's Legacy
The renaming of the barracks is a fitting tribute to Lieutenant General Ibrahim Attahiru, who served as Nigeria's 21st Chief of Army Staff and left behind a legacy that will forever be remembered.
The late military officer's contributions to the Nigerian Army and the country will continue to inspire future generations of soldiers.
Army Honours Late COAS's Memory
The renaming of the barracks is a fitting tribute to the memory of Lieutenant General Ibrahim Attahiru, who served as Nigeria's 21st Chief of Army Staff and left behind a memory that will forever be remembered.
The late military officer's contributions to the Nigerian Army and the country will continue to inspire future generations of soldiers.
Calabar Barracks Renamed in Memory of Late COAS
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