Biodun Esan, Ilorin Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara has commiserated with the Nigerian Army and people of Eruku in Ekiti Local Go...
Biodun Esan, Ilorin
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara has commiserated with the Nigerian Army and people of Eruku in Ekiti Local Government of Kwara over the death of Major Segun Abiodun Oni, who was killed in an anti-banditry operation in Niger State.
A statement by Gov AbdulRazaq’s Chief Press Secretary Rafiu Ajakaye on Sunday in Ilorin said the late Major Oni was killed on August 13, 2023.
“Major Oni, a well-decorated and forthright army officer, was killed on August 13, 2023, alongside other soldiers as he led troops on a military operation to stamp out banditry in parts of Niger State.
“He was at various times the Platoon Commander 72 Special Forces Battalion; Company Second in Command Armed Forces Special Forces Battalion; and Second in Command Defense Headquarters Special Operations Forces Battalion.
“Major Oni was trained in different military schools in Nigeria, the United Kingdom, the United States, Belarus, and South Africa.
“He won several military medals for his excellence, discipline, and hard work, including River Niger Star, Golden Jubilee Medal, Centenary Medal, and General Operations Medal.
“The Governor sends his heartfelt condolences to the family of the gallant officer, the Nigerian Army, and to the Nigerian Defense
Headquarters as a whole.
“His death represents a huge loss to the country as a whole and to.Kwara State in particular.
“The Governor prays to God to repose his soul and comfort his family and everyone who mourns him,” the statement said.
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