The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.) has condoled with the family of Pa Adama Aduku, the oldest soldier of the Nigerian Army and World War II veteran, who passed on at 101. In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adesina, in Abuja on Friday, the retired general described Aduku as ”a soldier’s soldier and an epitome of honour”. He also commended Aduku’s strong spirit and commitment to statehood, especially for actively participating in the 2019 Nigerian Army Day celebration and other activities of the Nigerian Legion. Buhari prayed that the almighty God would receive the soul of the departed and comfort his family.

Source: Punch January 03, 2020 16:52 UTC