The Nigerian Army has dismissed reports claiming Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Taoreed Lagbaja, has died from cancer. Social media posts spreading the false news went viral, but army sources confirm Lagbaja is critically ill, not deceased.
Army’s Response
The Nigerian Army labeled the reports as fake news on social media. Sources at Army Headquarters revealed Lagbaja is receiving treatment abroad.
Retirement Ceremony
Meanwhile, 15 Nigerian Army Generals retired from the Artillery Corps, including 11 Major Generals and 4 Brigadier Generals.
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