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Atiku Abubakar Mourns Passing of Chief of Army Staff Taoreed Lagbaja
Atiku Abubakar, the former Vice President of Nigeria, has expressed his profound sorrow following the tragic passing of Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, the Chief of Army Staff.
In a message on his official X handle, Abubakar extended his condolences to the late general’s family and the Nigerian Army, emphasizing the deep loss felt by the nation at large.
The passing of Lieutenant General Lagbaja, who was called from this world in the prime of his life, marks a significant moment of grief for Nigeria.
Abubakar, who is known for his political influence and strong presence in Nigerian public life, spoke with a heavy heart, acknowledging that the loss of such a distinguished officer diminishes the country as a whole.
“The passing of any soul diminishes us all,” Abubakar said, reflecting on the universal truth that with the death of one, a part of humanity fades away.
Lagbaja was not only a senior military officer but a pillar of strength for the Nigerian Army, where he served with unwavering dedication, honor, and distinction.
His leadership and contributions were invaluable to the military, and he became a symbol of excellence and commitment to service.
Under his command, the Nigerian Army achieved several milestones, and his leadership inspired countless soldiers who served under him.
The Chief of Army Staff had become a beloved figure in the military community, and his loss has been deeply felt by his colleagues, friends, and family.
His death has left a void that will be difficult to fill, both within the Nigerian Army and across the nation.
In his tribute, Abubakar also called for the country to honor the memory of Lieutenant General Lagbaja by carrying forward the values he stood for—dedication, loyalty, and service to the nation.
“May his soul find eternal peace and rest,” Abubakar concluded, praying for comfort and strength for the grieving family, friends, and colleagues of the late general.
Nigerian news analyst, Mahmud Jega, has shared his opinion on the recent airstrike carried out by the United States in Nigeria, stating that Nigerians should not blame President Bola Tinubu for the incident.
Jega made this statement during a recent interview, where he said he does not believe many people will hold the Tinubu administration responsible, as Donald Trump had issued threats against Nigeria long before Tinubu’s administration.
“No, I don’t think many people will blame the Tinubu administration for what is happening now because President Donald Trump, when he first made the threats, it was clearly not in coordination with the Tinubu administration or the government of Nigeria,” Jega said.
It has been reported that the United States carried out an airstrike targeting ISIS in the northwest region of Nigeria. The order was reportedly given by former U.S. President Donald Trump.
“Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS terrorist elements in northwest Nigeria,” Trump said.
He added, “I have previously warned these terrorists that if they did not stop the slaughtering of Christians, there would be hell to pay, and tonight, there was.”
The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially declared the holiday dates for the festive season.
Thursday, December 25 will be observed as Christmas Day, December 26 as Boxing Day, and Thursday, January 1 as New Year’s Day.
The declaration was made by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani. He also added that Nigerians should celebrate the holidays in faith and pray for the nation.
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