Retired Lieutenant General Tukur Yusufu Buratai sent sympathy messages to military families after bandits killed 17 soldiers during fighting near Bangi community. The deadly clash happened at Mariga Local Government Area of Niger State. Buratai once served as Nigeria's top army commander before leaving active duty. He praised current military leaders for their dedication to protecting the nation. The former general asked all security forces and civilians to unite against crime across Nigeria.
Buratai expressed strong faith that Nigerian troops will defeat security threats facing the country. He stressed that cooperation between different security agencies remains essential for success. The retired officer believes teamwork can bring peace and safety to all regions. His public statement came one day after news of the soldier deaths spread. Military officials confirmed the attack during operations against criminal groups.
The TY Buratai Humanity Care Foundation also mourned the fallen troops through official statements. Foundation leaders called the killings a sad reminder of military sacrifice for national service. Ibrahim Dahiru Danfulani Sadaukin Garkuwan Keffi serves as foundation chairman and spoke about supporting troops during hard times. The organization operates under Buratai's guidance as its main patron. Foundation members thanked Nigerian Air Force pilots for providing aircraft support during the battle.
The humanitarian group emphasized that citizens must stand together as the nation grieves its lost heroes. Leaders said unity and strength become more important during periods of national mourning. The foundation urged continued backing for military personnel who risk their lives daily.
Buratai expressed strong faith that Nigerian troops will defeat security threats facing the country. He stressed that cooperation between different security agencies remains essential for success. The retired officer believes teamwork can bring peace and safety to all regions. His public statement came one day after news of the soldier deaths spread. Military officials confirmed the attack during operations against criminal groups.
The TY Buratai Humanity Care Foundation also mourned the fallen troops through official statements. Foundation leaders called the killings a sad reminder of military sacrifice for national service. Ibrahim Dahiru Danfulani Sadaukin Garkuwan Keffi serves as foundation chairman and spoke about supporting troops during hard times. The organization operates under Buratai's guidance as its main patron. Foundation members thanked Nigerian Air Force pilots for providing aircraft support during the battle.
The humanitarian group emphasized that citizens must stand together as the nation grieves its lost heroes. Leaders said unity and strength become more important during periods of national mourning. The foundation urged continued backing for military personnel who risk their lives daily.
