The inspector General of Police, IGP Kayofe Egbetokun has ordered all police personnel to wear black bands for seven days in honour of late General Taoreed, the Chief of Army Staff of the Nigeria Armed Forces.
The general whose death was confirmed on Wednesday was commended to have shown gallantry, dedication and passion to service thereby warranting the tribute in his honour.
The IGP’s statement read in part: “Following the demise of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has ordered officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force to wear black band throughout the 7-day mourning period.
“This directive is to pay tribute and honour the late General who has shown gallantry, dedication, and passion for fighting violent crimes and insurgency in Nigeria. He was a great leader who deserves to be honoured by all means.
“May the soul of the late COAS rest in peace.”
