President Muhammadu Buhari has described the death of the former Chief of Defence Staff, Lieutenant General Joshua Dogonyaro as “a great loss not only to the Nigerian military, but also to the country because of his patriotic sacrifices in defence of its unity and territorial integrity.”
In a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, the President was quoted to have said that “the death of Dogonyaro comes as a great shock to me because as a soldier, I know what it means to lose such an officer and a gentleman who gave his best in the service of the country.”
As a thoroughbred soldier who had professionally distinguished himself in the course of his military career, the President noted that “laying down one’s life for the country is one of the greatest sacrifices any citizen can make to his country. General Dogonyaro’s incalculable contributions will be remembered for years to come.”
President Buhari also extended deepest condolences to the Government and people of Plateau State on the passing of ‘‘this legendary general’’.
He prayed the Almighty God to bless the soul of the departed and grant his family the fortitude to bear the loss.
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