By Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna
The Emir of Zazzau, Ambassador Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli has charged the upcoming generation to emulate the virtues of late Major General Abba Abdulkadir ,popularly known as Abba,3-3.
Ambassador Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli was speaking at a Book launch of late Major General Abba 3-3 in Kaduna.He explained that the late general was an exemplary leader who assisted the public,and also tried his best as military officer to promote the unity and safety of the county during his lifetime.
“This is one of our heroes who worked tirelessly and ensure the unity of this country, we encourage writing books on biography of people like the late general to enlighten upcoming generation on what our forefathers did to strengthen the unity of our country, which is commendable.
In her remarks, the Author of the book Hajiya Kilima Abba said”this ceremony of book Presentation; is titled Abba 3-3 and family which I authored to commemorate our late father; General Abba Abdulkadir, popularly known as General Abba 3-3.
“I have authored a number of creative writings,but an’ innate urge keeps telling me to commit the history of our late father Into writing. That is what Informed writing of this book .
“The book contains compiled testimonies and information about the late General and other members of our immediate and extended family as well as the general public,” she declared.
She also thanked dignitaries that included General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, General Ali Gusau, Emirs of Katsina, Zazzau and Kano. She also commanded the Chief Launcher, and her husband Alhaji, Kassimu Musa Bichi for their support and encouragement.
Hajiya Kilima further thanked and extended her gratitude to all members of the book Launching Committee for their support .