Nigeria mourns the loss of Mohammed Chris Alli, a former chief of army staff, who passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023, at the age of 78.
Reports indicate that Alli succumbed to a brief illness at a military hospital in Lagos.
Alli’s notable military career included serving as the chief of army staff from November 1993 to August 1994.
Prior to this, he held significant roles such as military governor of Plateau State from August 1985 to 1986 and director of military intelligence (DMI).
Hailing from Koton Karfe, Kogi state, Alli was recognized for his support of the June 12 presidential election, won by the late MKO Abiola.
Unfortunately, the election was annulled by former military President Ibrahim Babangida.
In May 2004, former President Olusegun Obasanjo appointed Alli as the interim administrator of Plateau state during a state of emergency marked by ethno-religious crises.
He successfully handed over power to the civilian government in November 2004.
Chief of Army Staff Taoreed Lagbaja, in a statement, extended condolences to Alli’s family, lauding the late military officer’s commitment and zeal throughout his years of service.
Lagbaja expressed sorrow over the demise, offering prayers for the repose of Alli’s soul and strength to his grieving family.
