"President Tinubu Orders National Mourning for Late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja"

 The passing of Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, Nigeria's Chief of Army Staff, is a significant loss for the country. The directive by President Bola Tinubu to fly the national flag at half mast for seven days is a mark of respect and mourning for the late Army chief. Lagbaja, who was appointed by President Tinubu in June 2023, reportedly died after a brief illness at the age of 56.

In a statement from the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, the president expressed deep regret over the death of the distinguished military officer. This gesture of lowering the national flags nationwide underscores the respect and admiration Lagbaja had within the armed forces and across the country.

Such moments of national loss often bring the country together in reflection and solidarity, and it is clear that the passing of Lt. Gen. Lagbaja is felt deeply at both the governmental and societal levels.