Former Nigerian presidential candidate of the Labour Party and leader of the “Obidient” movement, Peter Obi, has expressed deep condolences over the death of Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff.
In a statement on behalf of his family and supporters on his X handle, Obi conveyed heartfelt sympathy to the Lagbaja family, the Nigerian government, and the Nigerian Army.
Obi described the loss as “painful” and acknowledged the profound void left by Lt. Gen. Lagbaja’s passing, both within his family and across Nigeria. “May God Almighty, who called him home at this time, forgive his sins, grant him eternal rest, and grant his family, Nigeria’s military, the Nigerian government, and all of us the fortitude to bear this sad and irreplaceable loss,” Obi stated.
The former presidential candidate also prayed for God’s protection and blessings upon Lt. Gen. Lagbaja’s family during this difficult time.