IGP mourns Lagbaja, orders personnel to wear black bands for seven days
08 November 2024 |
4:16 am
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has directed officers and personnel of the Nigeria Police Force to wear black
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has directed officers and personnel of the Nigeria Police Force to wear black armbands throughout a seven-day mourning period in honour of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja.
Lagbaja, who passed away at 56, was remembered by the IGP in a statement released by Force PRO Muyiwa Adejobi from Force Headquarters in Abuja.
The statement highlighted the directive as a tribute to the late General, who demonstrated gallantry, dedication, and commitment to combating violent crime and insurgency in Nigeria.
The IGP described Lagbaja as a great leader worthy of honour
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