Army Chief Uveils Key Projects At Taoreed Lagbaja Cantonment, Lagos
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on Wednesday commissioned a series of key projects at the Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja Cantonment in Ikeja, Lagos, aimed at enhancing the welfare of personnel and operational readiness of the Nigerian Army.
The commissioned projects include a refurbished basketball court sponsored by First Bank, a remodeled Quarter Guard at the 9 Brigade Headquarters funded by Airpeace Airlines, and the newly completed 9 Brigade Headquarters Complex, executed under the leadership of the immediate past Brigade Commander, Brigadier General Mathew Oyekola.
During the visit, General Shaibu also planted a tree within the barracks, symbolising the Army’s commitment to environmental sustainability. Speaking at the commissioning, he lauded the support of corporate partners and urged continued collaboration to improve barracks facilities and personnel welfare.
The COAS is on a two-day official visit to formations and units under the 81 Division Area of Responsibility.
