U.S. ARMY WAR COLLEGE HONOURS LATE GEN. LAGBAJA WITH HALL OF FAME INDUCTION
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The United States Army War College (USAWC) has posthumously honored the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, by enshrining him in its esteemed International Hall of Fame (IHOF).
The induction ceremony occurred on Monday during the commencement of the 2025 Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Convention at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D. C.
This information was disclosed in a statement issued by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Lt.-Col. Appolonia Anele, in Abuja on Tuesday.
Anele noted that the Commandant of the USAWC, Maj.-Gen. Trevor Bredenkamp, remarked that this accolade acknowledged the late General’s exceptional leadership, professionalism, and contributions to worldwide peace and security.
She emphasized that Lagbaja became the first Nigerian Army officer to be inducted into the Hall of Fame in the organization’s 124-year history, representing a significant milestone for Nigeria’s military.
According to her, Maj.-Gen. Adeleke Ayannuga accepted the honor on behalf of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, alongside Mrs. Maria Lagbaja, the spouse of the late Army Chief.
“Also present were Maj.-Gen. Gbemiga Adesina, Director General of the Nigerian Army Heritage and Future Centre; Maj.-Gen. G. T. O. Ajetunmobi, Director General of the Joint Doctrine and Warfare Centre; and Mrs. Deborah Aboderin of the U. S. Embassy in Abuja.
“The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Oluyede, regarded the distinction as a deserving tribute to one of Nigeria’s most distinguished military leaders, whose legacy continues to motivate service, discipline, and commitment to duty,” she stated.
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