President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces, has rescheduled the Federal Executive Council meeting to a later date, yet to be announced, in tribute to the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, who passed away on Tuesday, SAVANNAH NEWSNOW REPORTS.
The meeting was initially set for today. General Lagbaja served as Chief of Army Staff from June 19, 2023, until his death on November 5, 2024. President Tinubu has also directed that flags be flown at half-staff nationwide for seven days in honor of the deceased general.
Earlier today, President Tinubu expressed his heartfelt condolences to the Lagbaja family and the Nigerian Armed Forces.
He wished Lt. General Lagbaja eternal peace and honoured his significant contributions to the nation.
