In the wake of the demise of the former Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Major General Mohammed Chris Alli (Rtd), the current COAS, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, has conveyed condolences on behalf of the Nigerian Army (NA).
The expression of condolences was communicated through a statement issued by Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, the Director of Army Public Relations.
“The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja has expressed heartfelt condolences on behalf of the Nigerian Army (NA), on the passing of former COAS, Major General Mohammed Chris Alli (Rtd),” it said.
“The former Army Chief succumbed to a brief illness in the early hours of today, Sunday 19 November 2023 at the Military Hospital, Lagos.”
The statement emphasized Major General Alli’s steadfast dedication and enthusiasm in fulfilling his duties, evident in his ascent to significant roles within the Nigerian Army. His distinguished military career reached its pinnacle with his appointment as the 9th Chief of Army Staff in November 1993, a position he served until his retirement from active duty in August 1994.
“Born on December 25, 1944, in Koton Karfe, Kogi State, General Chris Alli’s journey in the Nigerian Army commenced on October 20, 1967, as a member of the Emergency Short Service Combatant Course,” the statement read.
“He served diligently in various capacities, including staff, instructional, and command roles, and also held the position of Military Administrator of Plateau State at one point.”