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1 Division Conducts Regimental Burial For Late Mascot, Sgt Dalet Danfari Akawala In Kaduna

by Isaiah Benjamin
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The 1 Division Nigerian Army has conducted a regimental funeral ceremony for its late Mascot, Sgt Dalet Danfari Akawala, on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Division Headquarters Complex in Kawo, Kaduna.
A statement issued by the acting deputy director Army Public Relations 1 Division Nigerian Army, Lt Colonel Musa Adams Yahaya, said the solemn funeral was presided over by Colonel IA Akabike, Deputy Chief of Staff Administration, who represented Major General Mayirenso Lander David Saraso, the General Officer Commanding 1 Division NA and Commander Sector 1 of Operation FANSAN YAMMA.
In his address, Colonel Akabike emphasized the importance of honouring the life and service of the Mascot, describing it as an integral part of the Division’s tradition and rich cultural heritage. “Late Sgt Dalet Danfari Akawala served the Division with loyalty and dedication, embodying the spirit of courage and resilience”.

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Adding that the ceremony was a way of paying the last respect to a companion who brought pride and identity to the Division.

Colonel Akabike extended his condolences to the entire Stallion family and the Nigerian Army, expressing regret over the loss while appreciating the dignitaries and sympathizers who attended the ceremony.

Prayers were offered for a hardworking, agile, and dedicated replacement for the late Sgt Akawala.

During the funeral oration, Sgt Dalet Danfari Akawala was described as a direct descendant of the pioneer Mascot of the Division, Sgt Farin Doki, who served from 1995 until its death in 2011. After Sgt Farin Doki’s death, the Division acquired a new mascot, Sgt Danfari Akawala, who served until its death in 2014. Sgt Danfari Akawala’s foal, Sgt Dalet, succeeded its father as the Division’s Mascot on January 1, 2015 and faithfully served until its demise on January 24, 2025.

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The funeral ceremony concluded with prayers offered by Lt Col Ugwu, the Acting Deputy Director Chaplain Services (Protestant), and was attended by senior officers, officers, soldiers, and their families.


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