(SINL NIGERIA) Chairman House of Representatives committee on Army, Hon Aminu Balele Kurfi has described the death of former Chief of Army Staff General Taoreed Lagbaja as tragic and a great loss to Nigeria.
Hon. Kurfi stated this during a condolence visit to the new Acting Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olafemi Oluyede in Abuja.
According to him, General Lagbaja died when the country needed him most, saying that he will be remembered by Nigerian because of his dedication and service to his fatherland.
He further stated that, the demise of General Lagbaja is a profound loss.
He said Lagbaja’s death should encouraged Nigeria Army, stressing that it is a call to service “that whatever you do in life, is what you be remembered for”.
He added that the House Representative under the Leadership of Speaker RT Hon Tajudeen Abbas will continue to support the Nigeria Military to ensure that Nigeria become a free crime society.
Hon. Aminu urged the new Chief of Army Staff to continue the good Job of the late Chief of Army Staff.
Responding Acting Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olafemi Oluyede, expressed profound sorrow over the passing of Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, he acknowledged the efforts of the government under President Bola Tinubu’s leadership to support the late general’s health.
General Olafemi described late General Lagbaja as a very dedicated and professional officer who believed in achieving result.
According to him, he has known General Lagbaja for many years as classmate whom he has worked closely with.
He assured Nigeria of readiness of Nigeria Army to ensure the country remains a peaceful, he therefore called for total support of all Nigerians.
Hon. Kurfi proceeded on the condolence visit to the family of late General Lagbaja where he signed condolence register and met with the window, Mrs. Mariya Abiodun Lagbaja.
Recall, General Lagbaja died on Tuesday 5th November 2024 after a brief illness.
