Former Minister of Communications, Major General Tajudeen Olanrewaju (Rtd), has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja.
The former Army chief died on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in Lagos, a loss that has prompted tributes from military officials and government figures alike.
In a heartfelt message, General Olanrewaju, who once served as General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3 Division Nigerian Army and as Deputy Defence Adviser in Moscow, extended his condolences to the Nigerian Armed Forces, especially the Nigerian Army.
He described the news of Lagbaja’s death as “a rude shock” and a profound loss for the nation.
Reflecting on Lagbaja’s contributions, General Olanrewaju highlighted his dedication and valor on the battlefield. “Here is an infantry officer who showed gut where it mattered most in the battlefield, defending the fatherland,” he remarked.
“He succumbed to the cruel hand of death like any living mortal. He served his nation loyally and with a noble sense of patriotism in his line of duty. May his soul rest in peace, Amin.”
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu also acknowledged Lagbaja’s service, describing his passing as an “uneasy” loss.
Tinubu expressed that while the news of Lagbaja’s death has been difficult to bear, comfort is drawn from the fact that he lived a life of honor, courage, and commitment to the nation.
Lagbaja’s death leaves a significant void in the Nigerian Army, where he served with distinction as a soldier, officer, and ultimately as Chief of Army Staff.
His legacy, marked by patriotism and a fierce dedication to duty, remains a source of inspiration to the Armed Forces and Nigerians at large.
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