Brigadier General Lawal Bature Mohammed (rtd), former Commander of the Zamfara Community Protection Guards (CPG), has died following complications from injuries sustained during a bandits’ attack last year.
Recall that ENigeria Newspaper reported that the late commander, widely known as Dan Gusau, had suffered gunshot wounds during the ambush and was subsequently flown to Egypt for treatment. He passed away after months of medical care.
His funeral prayer was held on Thursday evening in the Sabon Gari area of Gusau, the Zamfara State capital, where he was laid to rest in accordance with Islamic rites.
While he was still recovering from his injuries, authorities had announced a leadership change within the security outfit, with a new commander appointed to steer operations.
Reacting to the sacrifices of members of the Community Protection Guards, Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, had earlier reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to their welfare.
According to a statement by his spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, “Governor Dauda Lawal decorated 20 Community Protection Guards (CPGs) who performed extraordinarily well in discharging their duties. All 20 guards were at the frontline fighting bandits to ensure the return of peace in Zamfara State.”
The governor emphasized the importance of supporting security personnel and their families, stating, “Consider decorating you as a way to motivate you to do more in this significant sacrifice that you are undertaking.”
“We can’t compensate you for your service to the state and humanity; all we can do is encourage and motivate you for your gallantry.”
“I want to reassure you that we have a plan in place for the families of CPG members who lost their lives in the line of duty. We will take care of all their needs and provide them with all the necessary support.”
Earlier, the late commander had explained the selection process for the honoured guards, noting that “the 20 guards were selected from various local government areas of the state based on their performances.”
