14th September, 2014
Governor Ibikunle Amosun of Ogun state has joined in mourning the demise of one of the nation’s gallant military officers, Brigadier General Benjamin Adekunle, describing him as a “civil war hero”.
In a statement by the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Media to the governor, Mrs. Olufunmilayo Wakama, the governor said he was greatly saddened by the news of the death of the war veteran.
He said the incident happened at a time when the wisdom and knowledge of the likes of General Adekunle was needed to curb the unfortunate acts of insurgency in the nation.
“This is so sad. Black Scorpion, as he was fondly called, played a significant role in the unity and search for peace in our country as he fought gallantly in the Nigerian Civil War, principally to preserve its sanctity as a leader, the 3rd Marine Commando.
“History has recorded him well. His name cannot be easily forgotten in the history of modern day Nigeria”, Amosun said.
The governor commiserated with the family of the deceased, the Nigerian Army, as well as his friends and associates.
He prayed that Almighty God grants the soul of the war veteran, eternal rest and give the family the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.