The Asiwaju and Aare Musulumi of Ilobuland, Chief Azeez Kolade has extends his condolences to his Royal Majesty Ashiru Olatoye Olaniyan 11 JP and the people of Ilobu over the sudden passing of one of the illustrious sons of the town Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, the Chief of Army Staff .
This is contained in a statement made available by Asiwaju Kolade to the newsmen.
Chief Kolade described the news of passing of Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja as sad and heartbreaking ” The death of Taoreed Lagbaja is devastating but death is inevitable.It is a great loss to Ilobu people ‘
The statement maintained that the tragic loss has led to the suspension of this year’s Ilobu Day celebration earlier scheduled for November 9, 2024 as declared by the leadership of Ilobu Ashake Development Union .
Lieutenant General Lagbaja was a renowned figure, born in Ilobu,from Oyadele’s Compound , Irepodun local government Osun State, on February 28, 1968. He had distinguished himself in military career, serving as the Chief of Army Staff since June 2023 . His contributions to Nigeria’s military will be deeply missed.
The Asiwaju of Ilobu described the suspension of Ilobu Day celebration as a way of showing respect and admiration the people of Ilobu have for Lieutenant General Lagbaja also allows the community to mourned and pay their respects to him as an exceptional individual.
He extended his appreciations to all the Religious leaders ,various groups, All branches Ilobu Ashake Development Union across the Globe , Individuals for their prayers and solidarity since the news on the illness of Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja broken till his last breath on hearth.
“May his soul rest in perfect peace and May Almighty Allah gives His Royal Majesty Ashiru Olatoye Olaniyan 11 JP, his family and all people of Ilobu fortitude to bear irreparable loss”, he concluded.
