Nigerian Army Chief Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja Dies at 56

Nigerian Army Chief of Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, has passed away at the age of 56, according to an announcement made by President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday. 

Lagbaja, who led the country’s military forces, succumbed to an undisclosed illness in Lagos on Tuesday evening, marking the end of a distinguished career in service to the nation.

President Tinubu expressed his condolences to Lagbaja’s family and Nigeria’s armed forces via a message on the social media platform X, reflecting on the general’s contributions to national security. In his statement, Tinubu noted Lagbaja’s dedication and sacrifice, recognizing him as a key figure in Nigeria’s ongoing battle against various security threats.

The specifics of Lagbaja’s illness were not disclosed, though his condition had been the subject of public speculation in recent weeks. Just two weeks prior, Nigeria’s defense authorities issued a statement refuting circulating rumors that Lagbaja had died, clarifying at the time that he was undergoing treatment.

Lieutenant General Lagbaja's leadership came during a critical period for Nigeria’s military, which has been engaged in operations against multiple security challenges, including armed banditry, separatist violence, and the ongoing Boko Haram insurgency. His strategic approach and commitment to military restructuring had been instrumental in Nigeria’s counter-insurgency efforts, making his death a significant loss to the armed forces and the nation.

As Nigeria mourns, the presidency and military have called for respect and patience as they make plans to honor Lagbaja's legacy. Further details regarding official memorial services are expected to be announced in the coming days.

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