A top ranking officer of the Nigerian Army, Brigadier General I. M. Ahmadu has died while running during the Second Annual Physical Training Test for 2023.
General Ahmadu before his unfortunate death was an Artillery Officer serving in the Army Headquarters Department of Special Services and Programmes.
Sahara Reporters quoting a top military source said that Ahmadu collapsed while running and was later confirmed dead by the hospital where he was taken to.
The General was also buried on Monday evening according to Islamic rites.
“Sadly, an Army Brigadier General lost his life while running during the Second Annual Physical Training Test for the year 2023.
“His name is Brigadier General I.M. Ahmadu, an Artillery Officer currently serving in the Army Headquarters Department of Special Services and Programmes.
“The General has however been buried this evening according to Islamic rite,” the source said.