Southern Senators, Buratai, Tompolo Mourn Lagbaja, Condole Tinubu, Military, Family

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The Nigerian Southern Senators Forum, under the leadership of its Chairman, Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, former Nigerian Ambassador to the Republic of Benin, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai (rtd) and Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL), Chief Government Ekpemupolo known as Tompolo, have expressed sadness over the passing of Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja.
The trio expressed their condolences in separate statements yesterday.
The Nigerian Southern Senators Forum, in a statement by Senator Abiru noted that Lagbaja’s death was a monumental loss to the Nigerian military and the entire nation, even as they joined millions of Nigerians in mourning the tragic event.
The Forum extended heartfelt condolences to President Bola Tinubu, his family, friends and the Nigerian Armed Forces.
“We also sympathise with all Nigerians, especially the men and women of the Nigerian Army who served under his command. We stand in solidarity with the military and the country as a whole during this difficult time.
“Under his guidance, the Nigerian Army made significant strides in combating security challenges across the country. His strategic insight, coupled with his deep understanding of Nigeria’s unique security dynamics, brought about impactful and positive changes in the Army’s operations. His loss will be deeply felt, not only within the military but by all Nigerians who benefitted from his vision and service.
“May Almighty God grant his soul eternal rest, and may He comfort his loved ones and all those who mourn him,” the statement added.
On his part, Tompolo commiserated with Tinubu, the Nigerian military and the family of the late Chief of Army Staff over the tragic loss.
In a condolence message he personally signed, the Tantita boss said he was sad over the demise of General Lagbaja who supported and cooperated with his firm in securing the nation’s assets in the Niger Delta region.
The message read: “Condolence Message to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Chief Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, the Nigerian Military, the Nigerian Army and the family of the Chief of Army Staff, late Lt.General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja.

“We are indeed touched in this sad story of the demised of our beloved General, who contributed so much to the security of the country and external aggressions. His support and corporation in the security of oil and gas assets in the Niger Delta region is known to industry players and so many persons.

“We missed him. May the Good Lord give President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, the Nigerian Military, the Nigerian Army and the family the strength and fortitude to bear the loss.”