13th September, 2014
Former President of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has eulogised General Benjamin Adekunle (red) who died on Saturday morning, saying his death has left a vacuum that is difficult to fill.
Obasanjo said Adekunle’s contribution during the nation’s three-year civil war was by no way a mean effort, which would also be remembered for long a time.
In a statement by the former President who described Adekunle as a ‘friend, colleague and course mate’, he said Adekunle achieved much while they were both undergoing a military course in Ghana.
“I received with shock the news of the death of my colleague, friend and course mate, Gen. Benjamin Adekunle today. I can recall with profound memories what he was able to achieve as a course mate at Teshi, Accra Ghana.
“The late retired General, made a no mean contribution for the Nigerian civil war. His efforts would be forever remembered and May his soul rest in peace. I am very shocked about by this news today.
“His vacuum will be difficult to fill in the family, but, I pray for them to have the fortitude to bear this loss.”