Nigerian Army Conducts Full Military Burial for Late Mascot Horse
- The 1 Division Nigerian Army held a regimental funeral to honour its late mascot, Sgt. Dalet Akawala, who served with loyalty and resilience
- The ceremony, presided over by senior military officials, underscored the Nigerian Army's commitment to preserving its traditions and heritage
- Sgt. Akawala, part of a mascot lineage since 1995, was remembered for embodying courage, pride, and identity within the Division
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The 1 Division of the Nigerian Army in Kaduna on Saturday held a regimental funeral to honour its late mascot, Sgt. Dalet Akawala, who passed away on January 24, 2025.
The solemn ceremony, steeped in tradition and military honours, took place at the Division Headquarters Complex in Kawo, Kaduna.
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The event was presided over by the Deputy Chief of Staff, Administration, Colonel I.A. Akabike, who represented Major General Mayirenso Saraso, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 1 Division and Commander Sector 1 of Operation Fansan Yamma.
Sergent-horse served military diligently and dutifuly
In his tribute, Colonel Akabike highlighted the significance of the late mascot in the Division’s traditions and heritage. He described Sgt. Akawala as a loyal and dedicated symbol of courage and resilience that embodied the spirit of the 1 Division.
A statement released on Sunday by the Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations, Lt. Col. Musa Yahaya, captured the deep sense of loss felt by the Nigerian Army.
“The Nigerian Army mourns the loss of Sgt. Dalet Danfari Akawala, who was a loyal and dedicated member of the Division,” the statement read.
“Late Sgt. Dalet Danfari Akawala served the Division with loyalty and dedication, embodying the spirit of courage and resilience. Today’s ceremony is our way of paying the last respect to a companion who brought pride and identity to the Division.”
Senior military officers grace funeral
The ceremony was attended by senior officers, soldiers, their families, and other personnel. Prayers for the repose of the late mascot’s soul were led by the Acting Deputy Director Chaplain Services (Protestant), Lt. Col. Ugwu.
Sgt. Dalet Akawala held a special place in the Division’s history, descending from its pioneer mascot, Sgt. Farin Doki, who served from 1995 until its death in 2011. Akawala succeeded Doki and served until 2014. Its foal, Sgt. Dalet, assumed the role of mascot on January 1, 2015, continuing the legacy until its recent passing.
The Nigerian Army noted that the regimental funeral reflected its commitment to honouring all who have contributed to its traditions and heritage, including mascots that symbolize its identity.
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