The Minister of State for Regional Development, Uba Maigari Ahmadu, on Thursday, attended the official launch of the book “Boots, Dust and Destiny”, authored by retired Major General Abubakar Adamu.
The event was chaired by Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas, while the book was officially launched by the co-chairman of the occasion, former Governor of Bauchi State Isa Yuguda.
The event attracted a distinguished audience, including the Minister of Livestock Development, Alhaji Idi Mukhtar Maiha, members of the National Assembly, serving and retired members of the Armed Forces, traditional leaders, diplomats, and other notable dignitaries.
Dateline Nigeria reports that the book “Boots, Dust and Destiny” is a memoir chronicling the life, values, and distinguished military career of retired Major General Abubakar Adamu.
It is a narrative that traces the evolution of a young boy shaped by land, family, and faith into a disciplined military leader.
Set against the backdrop of the Mambila Plateau, the book follows the author’s progression through formal education, military training, operational command, and reflective leadership.
The event featured reviews from scholars and tributes from members of the armed forces community, culminating in the formal unveiling of the book.
