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NIGERIAN ARMY DECLARES THREE-DAY MOURNING PERIOD FOR 17 SOLDIERS KILLED BY TERRORISTS

June 27, 2025 • Dons Eze • 1 min read

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NIGERIAN ARMY DECLARES THREE-DAY MOURNING PERIOD FOR 17 SOLDIERS KILLED BY TERRORISTS

The Nigerian Army has declared a three-day period of mourning for the courageous soldiers recently killed by terrorists in Niger State.

The bloodthirsty criminal elements launched attacks on Kwanar Dutse Mairiga and Boka in Niger State, killing numerous soldiers and leaving others seriously injured.

According to the Nigerian Army Headquarters, scores of the terrorists were also neutralised during the encounter.

In response to the tragic incident, the army, in a terse statement on Thursday, announced a three-day mourning period from June 25 to 27 in honour of the fallen heroes.

The statement, posted on the official Facebook page of the Nigerian Army Headquarters, read: “All Nigerian Army formations and units have been directed to fly the Nigerian Army flag at half-mast.

“During this period, we pay our deepest respects to these fallen heroes and extend our heartfelt condolences to their families and loved ones.

“Their unwavering dedication, valour, and sacrifice in defense of our nation will forever be remembered and cherished.”

Dons Eze

DONS EZE, PhD, Political Philosopher and Journalist of over four decades standing, worked in several newspaper houses across the country, and rose to the positions of Editor and General Manager. A UNESCO Fellow in Journalism, Dr. Dons Eze, a prolific writer and author of many books, attended several courses on Journalism and Communication in both Nigeria and overseas, including a Postgraduate Course on Journalism at Warsaw, Poland; Strategic Communication and Practical Communication Approach at RIPA International, London, the United Kingdom, among others.