Lagbaja passed away on Tuesday night in Lagos
Wed, 6 Nov 2024
Source: BBC
Nigeria's Army Chief, General Taoreed Lagbaja, has died at 56 after an illness, President Bola Tinubu announced.
Lagbaja passed away on Tuesday night in Lagos, though details of his illness were not disclosed.
President Tinubu extended condolences to Lagbaja’s family, honoring his dedication and contributions to national security.
Lagbaja played a crucial role in several internal security operations, marking a major loss for Nigeria’s Armed Forces. He is survived by his wife, Mariya, and their two children.
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Source: BBC