In a moment of profound sadness, the remains of Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, arrived back in the country late Tuesday night. His sudden passing has sent shockwaves across the nation, as he succumbed to a severe and advanced form of prostate cancer, a battle he courageously fought till the end. Despite extensive medical interventions, the illness was relentless, marking a tragic end to his storied career.
The Nigerian Army mourns a leader whose integrity, strength, and unwavering commitment to the military left an indelible mark on every soldier and officer. Colleagues describe Lagbaja as a rare figure, a man who held honor and valor above all else. “Replacing a man of his caliber will be no easy feat,” one fellow officer stated. The void he leaves behind is a stark reminder of the cost of service and dedication, and his absence will be felt across Nigeria’s armed forces and beyond.
Peoplesmind
