The Honourable Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (rtd), paid a heartfelt visit to the family of the fallen hero, Brig. Gen. B. M. Uba, who lost his life in the line of duty while bravely defending the nation at Wajiroko in Damboa LGA of Borno State.
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The Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd.), has been widely commended for visiting the family of Brigadier-General B. M. Uba, who was killed during a military operation in Wajiroko, Borno State.
Historian Edward John Auta Pama praised the Minister for personally consoling the grieving household and reaffirming the Federal Government’s support, calling the gesture a profound demonstration of empathy and national gratitude for the officer’s sacrifice.
Pama noted that Gen. Musa’s actions reflect his leadership qualities and commitment to people-centered service, which earned him recognition as Chief of Defence Staff.
He added that honoring fallen heroes boosts morale among serving personnel and reinforces public confidence in Nigeria’s security architecture, expressing hope that the Defence Ministry under Gen. Musa will continue to drive strategic improvements.