Family organizes special prayers for Murtala Muhammed on 50th anniversary

In Kano, family members, clerics, and dignitaries gathered on Friday to offer special prayers for former Head of State Gen. Murtala Ramat Muhammed as part of the 50th anniversary celebrations.

On Friday, family members of former Head of State Gen. Murtala Ramat Muhammed, along with clerics and dignitaries, gathered in Kano to offer special prayers. The event forms part of the 50th anniversary commemorations honoring his life. Gen. Murtala Ramat Muhammed served as Nigeria's leader from 1975 to 1976. The gathering followed Muslim traditions, with prayers seeking God's mercy for him. No further details on the anniversary plans were provided in reports.

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Illustration of retired Major General Abubakar Rabe and his wife in bandit captivity
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