By Julius Peter, Abuja
The Senator representing Kaduna South Senatorial District, Distinguished Senator Barrister Sunday Marshall Katung, has paid a condolence visit to the family of the late Group Captain Benjamin Baton Sabiyi (Rtd), who died on September 19, 2026.
Senator Katung, who visited the family at the deceased’s residence in Abuja, was accompanied by the member representing the constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Daniel Amos; Chairman of his Campaign Council, Engr. Ciroma Joseph; Hon. Christopher Haruna; Mr. Samuel Atung, SAN; Hon. Bamas Maidawa; and other associates and well-wishers.
The delegation was received by the uncle of the deceased and Wazirin Bajju, Chief Anthony Didam, KSM, who represented the family during the condolence visit.
Speaking during the visit, Senator Katung described the late Group Captain Sabiyi as a gallant military officer, respected community leader and a rare gem whose contributions to the nation and the Southern Kaduna community would be greatly missed.
He commiserated with the family over the loss, noting that the deceased’s service to the country and his contributions to his community had left an enduring mark.
According to him, the death of Group Captain Sabiyi was a significant loss not only to his immediate family but also to the wider community and the nation, considering his years of service and leadership.
Senator Katung prayed for the repose of the soul of the deceased and asked God to grant members of his family the strength, comfort and fortitude to bear the loss.
The Senator’s visit, according to his media office, was also an expression of solidarity with the bereaved family at a difficult period, as friends, colleagues, community leaders and associates continue to mourn the late officer.
The family expressed appreciation to Senator Katung and members of his delegation for their visit, describing the gesture as a demonstration of love, concern and solidarity during their period of grief.
Group Captain Benjamin Baton Sabiyi (Rtd) was a retired officer of the Nigerian Air Force whose death on September 19, 2026, has elicited condolences from associates, community members and those who knew him during his years of service.
The family and friends are expected to continue paying tributes to the late officer as arrangements for his burial and final rites are communicated.
The condolence visit was disclosed in a statement issued by Midat Joseph, Special Adviser, Media and Communications to Senator Sunday Marshall Katung.
