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NA BURIES LATE BRIG GEN BB TETE IN HIS HOME TOWN WITH FULL MILITARY HONOURS
NA BURIES LATE BRIG GEN BB TETE IN HIS HOME TOWN WITH FULL MILITARY HONOURS
By Our Reporter
In line with the rich military customs, ethics and tradition, the Nigerian Army (NA) buried one of its finest senior officer late Brig Gen BB Tete who died recently after a protected illness in a solemn ceremony held on 18 September 2024 in his home town of Bakin Kogi-Kanikon in Jemma’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The funeral afforded senior military officers both serving and retired the opportunity to pay their last respect to one of their distinguished and finest colleagues.
The funeral brings together military elites and dignitaries from across the country.
In the late senior officer’s funeral oration read by the representative of the Chief of Army Staff, Brigadier General MT Jinadu who stood in for the General Officer Commanding 1 Division Nigerian Army Major General Mayirenso Lander David Saraso. The COAS described the late senior officer as a highly resourceful, disciplined, regimented and hardworking gentleman whose integrity was beyond reproach. “He was a man of impeccable character and unwavering dedication,” he remarked. He also highlighted the late senior officer’s ability to leave a mark of excellence in every assignment he undertook. He further emphasized that late Gen Tete’s patriotism and moral standards were exemplary, earning him the respect and admiration of both his peers, superiors and subordinates alikes.
The COAS further mentioned that late senior officer’s demise will be deeply felt not only by his immediate family but the entire Nigerian Army and the nation at large adding that his legacy of forthrightness and vast experience in the military will be greatly missed. He prayed to the Almighty God to grant him eternal rest and give the family the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.
The funeral ceremony witnessed an impressive turnout of very senior military officers serving and retired including the former Chief of Defence Staff Gen ML Agwai and coursemate of the deceased senior officer as well as serving and retired senior officers of the Nigerian military. Together, they all gathered to honour and paid their last respect to a man whose life was defined by service, commitment and an unwavering sense of duty to humanity and his country.
NA BURIES LATE BRIG GEN BB TETE IN HIS HOME TOWN WITH FULL MILITARY HONOURS
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By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), in collaboration with Defence Intelligence Agency operatives and local vigilantes, have arrested a suspected gunrunner in Ardo-Kola Local Government Area of Taraba State.
Security sources said the arrest was made at about 7:45 a.m. on May 13 during an intelligence-led operation at Iware community in the area.
The suspect was reportedly apprehended following credible intelligence linking him to arms trafficking activities within the Amaseyo general area.
Preliminary interrogation revealed that the suspect was allegedly involved in illegal arms dealing, prompting his immediate arrest by the joint security team.
The suspect is currently in custody and undergoing further investigation, while security agencies say efforts are ongoing to dismantle arms trafficking networks operating within the state and surrounding areas.
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By: Zagazola Makama
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Security sources said the rescue operation was carried out at about 9:00 a.m. on May 13 by troops of 12 Brigade during a fighting patrol along the old Obajana–Jakura–Tajimi road.
According to the report, the troops discovered the victim after suspected kidnappers abandoned him while fleeing from the advancing security personnel.
The rescued victim was subsequently reunited with his family after the operation.
Security patrols and clearance operations have continued along the route and adjoining communities as part of ongoing efforts to combat kidnapping and other criminal activities in the area.
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By: Zagazola Makama
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Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 2:45 p.m. on May 13 by troops of 221 Battalion alongside personnel of CSIB XVI deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Babanna.
The troops reportedly carried out the offensive raid on Masaka Village following intelligence on terrorist activities within the area.
During the operation, the troops made contact with the suspected terrorists, leading to an exchange of fire.
According to the report, one of the fleeing terrorists accidentally triggered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), which detonated and resulted in his death.
Troops subsequently recovered one magazine loaded with 12 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition from the scene.
Security forces have continued exploitation and clearance operations in the area aimed at dismantling terrorist hideouts and preventing further attacks within the operational environment.
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