Late Capt. Ayuba Honored with Full Military Funeral
Samban Gida (Core Reporters) In an emotional moment on Friday, March 14, 2025, the Nigerian Army paid its final respects to Late Captain Keziah Godiya Ayuba, who was laid to rest with full military honors in her hometown, Samban Gida, Jaba Local Government Area in Kaduna State.
In a heartfelt tribute, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, NAM, represented by the Commander 1 Division Supply and Transport, Brigadier General Philip Ebuk, described her as a dedicated officer whose service was marked by professionalism, integrity and unwavering commitment to duty.
Born on 9 July 1987 in Shogunle, Late Captain Ayuba hailed from Jaba Local Government Area, Kaduna State. She completed her education at Police Children School, Ikeja and Toamy Private College Egbe, before earning a Higher National Diploma in Public Administration from Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic. She was commissioned into the Nigerian Army on 3 July 2017 a member of Direct Short Service Course 23.
A statement by the Public Relations Officer, Nigerian Army College of Logistics and Management, Major George Okupe said throughout her career, Late Capt Ayuba served in key roles; she was Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations at the Nigerian Army Corps of Supply and Transport and Staff Officer Grade 3 Information and Publication at 81 Division Army Public Relations. She was also known for her leadership, discipline and dedication, earning the respect of her colleagues and superiors.
According to the statement, “A highly trained officer, Ayuba completed several courses, namely the Young Officers’ Course (Public Relations), Media Operations Officers’ Course and Legal Aspects of Combating Terrorism Course, excelling in all. She was widely admired for her intelligence, teamwork and mentorship, particularly among female soldiers. In recognition of her service, she was awarded the General Operations Medal. Until her passing, she remained a pillar of excellence in military public relations, known for her composure, eloquence and professionalism.”
Describing her as a vibrant officer with exceptional capabilities, the COAS noted that she would be deeply missed by her family, the Nigerian Army and the Nation.
Meanwhile, as a final mark of respect, the military rendered a 21 gun salute and her Next of Kin was presented with the National Flag along with her military accoutrements.
