High Chief Dr. Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, also known as Tompolo, has condoled with President Bola Tinubu, the Nigerian Military, and the family of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, in a heartfelt message.
Tompolo, the Ibe-Ebidouwei of Ijaw Nation and Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, eulogized General Lagbaja’s significant contributions to Nigeria’s security and his support in securing oil and gas assets in the Niger Delta region.
In his statement, Tompolo acknowledged the General’s impact on the industry and expressed his sadness at the loss, saying “We missed him.” He also extended his sympathies to President Tinubu, the Nigerian Military, the Nigerian Army, and General Lagbaja’s family, wishing them strength and fortitude during this difficult time.
The late army general earned the respect of various stakeholders in Nigeria. His selfless contributions will remain invaluable to the nation.