Chief of Army Staff d!es at 56. The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja is dead
President Bola Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, confirmed his passing away
In a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, it was revealed that Lt. General Lagbaja d!ed on Tuesday night in Lagos after a period of illness.
Lagbaja was appointed Chief of Army Staff on June 19, 2023, by President Tinubu.
His military career began in 1987 when he enrolled in the Nigerian Defence Academy. He was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Nigerian Infantry Corps in 1992 as part of the 39th Regular Course.
Throughout his career, Lt. General Lagbaja showcased outstanding leadership, serving in key roles including platoon commander in the 93 Battalion and the 72 Special Forces Battalion.
An alumnus of the U.S. Army War College, Lt. General Lagbaja held a Master’s degree in Strategic Studies, reflecting his commitment to professional development and excellence in military leadership.
He is survived by his wife, Mariya, and their two children.
He was 56.
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