NEMA honours staff killed by terrorists, others

The director general, National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Mustapha Habib Ahmed has honoured staff of the agency that lost their lives, suffered injury or trauma on duty in appreciation of their service to humanity.

At an event in Abuja, Mr. Ahmed explained that the special recognition was in appreciation of the sacrifices made by NEMA staff in the course of rescue and supports for other persons, that must not be ignored.

The NEMA chief executive admonished staff not to be dismayed but to continue being committed and dedicated as their service to humanity cannot be in vain.

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• NEMA honours staff killed by terrorists, others
• NEMA honours staff killed by terrorists, others

He advocated for reasonable emoluments that should include hazard allowance for the staff in view of the risk they faced in the discharge of their duties.

“In the spirit of the recent World Humanitarian Day, we are remembering and celebrating NEMA humanitarian actors that have lost their lives and those that have suffered injury and trauma in the line of duty.

“It is on record that some NEMA staff have lost their lives, have been kidnapped while many others have suffered tragic experiences while on active duty.

“Today’s event is, therefore, a period during which we take a pause, remember and celebrate these heroes and in retrospect think of means and ways of recognizing their service to the nation and humanity at large,” he noted.

In his remarks, the director, Human Resource Management, Alhaji Musa Zakari, applauded the NEMA chief executive for the recognition and honor done to the staff.

While noting that a total of 10 staff were honored, he explained the number was symbolic, adding that the significance of the gesture was most important.

The director general presented plaques of recognition to the relatives of the two staff who lost their lives on duty, namely: John Iliya who was shot dead in 2018 by terrorists in Borno State represented by his brother Danjuma Iliya, and Abiwale Akinwunmi Emmanuel who was knocked down by trailer while on operation Eagle Eye duties, represented by his relation, Mr. Andero.

Others are Bilyaminu Yahaya, Labaran Ahman, Ogbu Joseph, and Ikisikpo Minafel that suffered injuries; Julius Alumonoh, Egwu Damian Ude, Ugwu Ebere Wendy, and Ojukwu Olisaemeka who were kidnapped and spent weeks in hostage.