A former Military Governor of Jigawa State, Brigadier General Ibrahim Aliyu (rtd) is dead.
General Aliyu died in Kaduna state, on Friday.
His death was announced on Saturday by the Jigawa State Government in a statement signed by Habibu Nuhu Kila, Special Adviser (Media and Public Relations) to the governor.
“Governor Badaru described the death of General Aliyu as a great loss to the people and government of Jigawa State.
“He said that the late General sacrificed his life in the service of humanity.
“Governor Badaru prayed to the Almighty Allah to grant him eternal rest and give his family the fortitude to bear the loss.”
Late Gen Aliyu served as the Military Administrator of the State from 9 December 1993 – 22 August 1996, under General Sani Abacha regime.
