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*President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima Pay Respects at Late COAS Lagbaja's Funeral*

Razaq Ivori 

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima attended the funeral ceremony of Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, at the National Cemetery in Abuja.¹ This gesture demonstrates the current administration's commitment to honoring the late Army Chief and recognizing the sacrifices of the Nigerian military.

The funeral rites began at 3:15 pm, with President Tinubu arriving and taking his seat at 3:10 pm. The ceremony included a faith service, opening prayer, the Last Post, and a minute's silence to honor General Lagbaja's memory.

General Lagbaja's legacy is marked by his dedication and leadership throughout his military career.³ His burial with full military honors reflects the nation's gratitude for his service.⁴

This move is particularly notable considering the contrast with the previous administration, where neither President Buhari nor Vice President Osinbajo attended the funeral of Lieutenant General Ibrahim Attahiru, who died in a plane crash. President Tinubu's presence at the funeral underscores his dedication to the welfare and interests of the Nigerian military.