IN MEMORY OF LT. COL. MUHAMMAD ABU ALI
I first met Abu-Ali in Gamboru-Ngala, . That day, Nigeria’s flag was hoisted following the recapture of the town from Boko-Haram due to the efforts of gallant fighters like Abu-Ali and others. He was to be decorated to a new rank by the COAS
I first met Abu-Ali in Gamboru-Ngala, . That day, Nigeria’s flag was hoisted following the recapture of the town from Boko-Haram due to the efforts of gallant fighters like Abu-Ali and others. He was to be decorated to a new rank by the COAS
It was an unusual setting. Late at night, everyone gathered round a bonfire. After receiving his rank, he was lifted high by excited, screaming soldiers. Its unusual to see such affection btw officers and soldiers.That was one of the things that stood out for Lt Col Abu-Ali... 
Leading from the front, humble, compassionate, and valiant, he inspired confidence among his troops, small or mighty... They called him Sarkin Yaki- King of War.
I would see him again in Kangarwa,Northern Borno, in the early days of the battle for Lake Chad. After a long tedious advance, the soldiers were facing extremely hot weather, running low on supplies, and needed a boost. The effort to restock from town was an operation in itself-
with logistics crew having to battle ambushes and landmines to get supplies to those harbouring in Kangarwa. Abu-Ali was one of the officers that kept coordinating their situation, and calming the troops until issues were resolved...
We met again in Gusau, Zamfara state, when he was one of those called out to receive awards for gallantry at the 2016 Army Day Celebration. He told us how much he was missing his boys back in Kangarwa, and couldn’t wait to return to continue their operation together.
Next news we heard of him, he was dead. His death broke many hearts, grieving for the loss of yet another promising fighter in the war against boko haram. His life was indeed an inspiration, a reminder of how much we can achieve if we’re committed, of the sacrifice...
people are making in the Northeast, of the possibility of finding goodness in hopeless places, the fragility of life, and the need to constantly improve the welfare of troops and their families .
He died along with about six other soldiers and ratings on November 4, 2016.
He died along with about six other soldiers and ratings on November 4, 2016.
For Lt Col Muhammad Abu-Ali and those who have given so much in the fight against Boko-Haram, thank you for your service.
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#AbuAli #FallenHeroes #FightingTerror
