Lagbaja’s former boss, Gen Buratai, describes him as embodiment of discipline, dedication
By BASHIR ADEFAKA
Former Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Yusuf Buratai (Rtd), has paid tribute to the late Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, one of his predecessors.
According to Buratai, “General Lagbaja was a true embodiment of discipline and dedication, l truly praise his remarkable life and legacy.”
He said General Lagbaja served under him as Commander of 9 Brigade in Ikeja and Commander 2 Brigade in Uyo, before being promoted to Major General and posted to Army Headquarters as Director of Campaign Plan in 2020.
General Buratai extended condolences to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, General Lagbaja’s family and the Nigerian Army.
He praised General Lagbaja’s leadership and vision, saying that he shaped the Nigerian Army into a formidable institution.
General Buratai noted that General Lagbaja’s legacy would endure through the lives he touched and the nation he served with dedication and commitment.
