Pesident Goodluck Jonathan has described Brigadier-General Benjamin Adekunle who passed away earlier today as one of the most celebrated military commanders of his generation.
In a condolence message from his special adviser on media and publicity, Dr. Reuben Abati, the President said his death today was shocking even as he sympathized with members of his family.
President Jonathan said that late Adekunle was a very courageous soldier who achieved national fame during the Nigerian civil war for his gallant leadership of the 3rd Marine Commandoes in the successful effort to defend the unity and territorial integrity of the country.
He believes that General Adekunle’s civil war heroic dispositions “have ensured that he will always be honoured and remembered as a valiant soldier who served his fatherland exceptionally well at a very trying time in its history.”
The President Acknowledged the popular definition of late Adekunle “as Black Scorpion” even as he advised his family, friends, former military colleagues and all who mourn his passing to also give thanks to God for blessing the nation with fearless soldiers and patriots of his calibre who stand ready to lay down their lives for the peace, unity and progress of their country.”
President Jonathan prayed to God to comfort the grieving family and associates of General Adekunle and to grant his departed soul eternal rest.
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