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| President Muhammadu Buhari |
President Muhammadu Buhari has sent condolences to the family of Maj. Gen. Samaila Iliya, a distinguished military officer who served the country meritoriously before retirement, joining the armed forces to mourn the loss.
The President commiserated with friends and associates of the officer who distinguished himself in various leadership roles in the army, including holding key positions in the Command and Staff College.
President Buhari noted, with commendation, that Maj. Gen Iliya also brought glory to the country in peace keeping missions in Rwanda, Lebanon, and was appointed Force Commander United Nations Organization Mission in Democratic Republic of Congo.
President Buhari prayed that the Almighty God will receive the soul of the departed, and comfort his family.
