Buhari Honours Patriotism…award for bravery received by late Blankson’s wife, children
President Buhari has honored a Rivers State man, identified as Joe Blackson.
Creekvibes News Magazine recalls that Joseph Blankson lost his life while saving others following a boat mishap on the Abonnema-Bakana waterway in Rivers State, on July 28, 2018.
It was gathered that the brave Nigerian hero had successfully rescued 13 persons, and tragically drowned while attempting to rescue the 14th person and it was recorded that he was the sole casualty of the boat accident.
President Muhammadu Buhari had presented a posthumous Presidential Special Award for Bravery and Patriotism to his wife, Mercy Blankson, and his two children, in recognition of the greatness and heroism of the late Joseph Blankson.
President Buhari said; We will continue to celebrate the best of Nigeria and Nigerians, as we work for and look forward to a better brighter, and greater Nigeria.
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