Major General Abdullahi Mohammed Adangba (rtd)’s passing has left him feeling depressed, according to President Bola Tinubu. Former Undersecretary of State to Presidents Umaru Yar’Adua and Olusegun Obasanjo
President Tinubu’s condolence message was included in a statement released on Wednesday by his media aide, Bayo Onanuga.
General Mohammed, who passed away at the age of 86, left a lasting impression on the security framework of the country, particularly with the establishment of the National Security Organization, the precursor to the State Security Services, the National Intelligence Agency, and the Defence Intelligence Agency.
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Between 1975 and 1976, he served as governor of the now-defunct Benue-Plateau State.
General Mohammed was described by President Tinubu as a disciplined, loyal, and patriotic officer with decades of distinguished service to Nigeria and contributions to its stability and governance.
The President praised General Adangba’s extraordinary sense of duty, order, humility, and integrity that had a lasting impact on the organizations he served, and those who came in contact with him, particularly in the State House, where he had a significant influence on how the Presidency operated.
He had a character that was exceptional, combining the wisdom of a soldier with the prudence of a statesman.
The President claims that his years at the State House were marked by humility, efficiency, and unwavering support for the Nigerian project.
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