On Wednesday, Dikko Radda, the governor of Katsina State, expressed his condolences to Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, the chief of army staff, over the passing of L/ Cpl. Mohammed Tijani.
Ibrahim Mohammed, the governor’s chief press secretary, acknowledged Tijani’s passing in a statement that was made accessible to state journalists.
The statement claims that Tijani passed away while participating in current initiatives to combat terrorism in the state. However, the announcement omitted mentioning the precise moment of his passing.
It read, “Amid the turmoil that ensued near the Jibia-Batsari road after Gurbin Magarya Junction, one soldier, L/Cpl Mohammed Tijani, tragically lost his life.
“Governor Radda expressed his deepest condolences to the Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Taoreed Lagbaja, as well as to the grieving family of L/Cpl Mohammed Tijani. The governor offered heartfelt prayers for eternal peace for the departed and for strength for the bereaved family to bear this profound loss.”
The governor was also said to have footed the medical bill of another victim of a recent terrorists’ attack in Matazu Local Government Area of the state.
According to the statement, “In response to the recent wave of insecurity plaguing Katsina State, Governor Dikko Umaru Radda has taken swift action to extend a helping hand to those impacted by the recent terrorist attack.
“A primary focus of Governor Radda’s efforts is the provision of immediate aid to individuals who sustained gunshot injuries during the attacks. Among them, Malam Aliyu Kabiru of Salihawa Fulani Village, Matazu Local Government area, suffered a severe spinal cord injury due to a gunshot wound inflicted by the assailants.
“Responding to the urgent need for medical intervention, Governor Radda directed settlement for his medical bill to ensure that Malam Aliyu’s critical implant surgery was promptly performed.
“The governor’s gesture extended to covering the medical expenses associated with the operation.”
The CPS maintained that the governor’s efforts “are not only aimed at healing wounds but also at sending a clear message of solidarity and support to the people of Katsina State.”
The statement further revealed that Radda’s support extended to “the brave soldiers who sustained injuries while responding to the unfortunate incidents. These wounded soldiers are currently receiving treatment at the General Amadi Rimi Specialists Hospital in Katsina.”
As of the time of filing this report, there has not been a reaction from the state’s 17 Brigade, Nigerian Army.
