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Tinubu Posthumously Honors Late COAS General Lagbaja with CFR Title
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conferred the national honor of Commander of the Federal Republic (CFR) posthumously on the late Chief of Army Staff, General Taoreed Lagbaja.
The honor was presented during his funeral at the National Cemetery in Mogadishu, Abuja, on Friday, November 15.
In his tribute, President Tinubu praised General Lagbaja as a trusted advisor and a leader who prioritized the nation and his troops. “His legacy of service will be cherished forever,” Tinubu said, adding that Lagbaja was one of his finest appointments.
The president urged Nigerians to emulate the late general’s principles, highlighting his courage and dedication to Nigeria’s constitutional democracy.
“For his sacrifice and leadership, General Lagbaja will forever reside in the pantheon of military greats,” he concluded.
It has been reported that Bola Ahmed Tinubu was absent at the commissioning of the Opebi-Mende Link Bridge, which took place on April 8, 2026.
However, Senate President Godswill Akpabio represented the President and carried out the ceremony.
As he commissioned the project, he stated “On behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, I commission these projects.”
Residents of Lagos should prepare for traffic disruptions as several roads will be closed due to the visit of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who is set to commission infrastructural projects.
The commissioning will take place on April 8 and 9, 2026.
Affected areas on Wednesday (April 8):
Opebi, Allen Avenue, Ikeja, Ojota, and Victoria Island.
Affected areas on Thursday (April 9):
Lekki-Epe Expressway, Ikoyi, Victoria Island, and Ajegunle.
Motorists are advised to plan alternative routes and expect heavy traffic during these periods.
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