Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Dr Boboye Oyeyemi, has expressed shock over the death of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt Gen. Ibrahim Attahiru, which occurred in an air mishap at the Kaduna International Airport on Friday, May 21, 2021.
Describing the incident as saddening, Dr Boboye said that it was a great loss to the nation at a critical period when the Armed Forces was committed to winning the war over insurgency.
According to the FRSC Public Education Officer, Bisi Kazeem, an Assistant Corps Marshal, who released a statement on Sunday, May 23, Boboye prayed for the repose of the souls of the Army chief and those of other officers and crew who died in the air crash.
The Corps Marshal, in condolence with the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, gave an urge to the Nigerian Armed Forces, families and friends of Attahiru and others who died in the unfortunate air crash to take solace in the fact that the deceased lived exemplary and patriotic life worthy of emulation by all.
He also pointed out that the late COAS was a disciplined, forthright, committed and professional military officer who was unwavering in fighting and winning the war, not only against insurgency and returning peace to the nation, but partnering with the FRSC to ensure safer road environment for all road users.
He further prayed that God would give the President, members of the armed forces and the immediate family and friends the fortitude to bear the great loss.
“May the Almighty Allah forgive his shortcomings and grant him and others Aljanah Firdaus,” the Corps Marshal further stated.
