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BREAKING: President Tinubu Announces Death Of Army Chief, Lagbaja

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President Tinubu has announced the death of Army Chief, Lagbaja.

 

NewsOnline Nigeria reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the passing of Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, Chief of the Army Staff, at age 56.

 

This was made known in a statement on Wednesday morning by Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.

Onanuga stated that Lagbaja passed away on Tuesday night in Lagos after a period of illness.

 

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Born on February 28, 1968, Lt. General Lagbaja was appointed Chief of Army Staff on June 19, 2023, by President Tinubu.

 

His distinguished military career began when he enrolled in the Nigerian Defence Academy in 1987. On September 19, 1992, he was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Nigerian Infantry Corps as a member of the 39th Regular Course.

 

Throughout his service, Lt. General Lagbaja demonstrated exceptional leadership and commitment, serving as a platoon commander in the 93 Battalion and the 72 Special Forces Battalion.

 

He played pivotal roles in numerous internal security operations, including Operation ZAKI in Benue State, Lafiya Dole in Borno, Udoka in Southeast Nigeria, and Operation Forest Sanity across Kaduna and Niger States.

 

An alumnus of the prestigious U.S. Army War College, he earned a Master’s degree in Strategic Studies, demonstrating his dedication to professional growth and excellence in military leadership.

 

Lt. General Lagbaja is survived by his beloved wife, Mariya, and their two children.

 

President Tinubu expressed his heartfelt condolences to the family and the Nigerian Armed Forces during this difficult time.

 

He wished Lt. General Lagbaja eternal peace and honoured his significant contributions to the nation.

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