The Nigerian Army and the Anambra State Government have paid their final respects to retired Lieutenant General Chikaidibia Isaac Obiakor, the first African to serve as the United Nations Military Adviser for Peacekeeping Operations.
Obiakor was buried on October 9, 2026, at Alex Ekwueme Square, Awka, Anambra State, in a ceremony attended by senior military officers, government officials, family members and other dignitaries.
The burial followed a Service of Songs held on October 8 at his country home. He was laid to rest with full military honours in recognition of his distinguished service to Nigeria and international peacekeeping efforts.
Speaking on behalf of the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, Major General T.E. Gagariga described the late general as an exceptional officer whose professionalism, leadership and personal qualities earned him widespread respect across the Armed Forces.
In a statement issued on X by the Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations, 82 Division, Lieutenant Colonel Olabisi Olalekan Ayeni, Shaibu praised Obiakor's competence, analytical ability and commitment to achieving results.
The Army chief noted that the retired general was articulate, resourceful and creative, adding that his leadership qualities positively influenced the commands and institutions under his supervision.
During his military career, Obiakor held several strategic positions, including Commander of the 34 Artillery Brigade, Commander of the 32 Field Artillery Brigade, Directing Staff at the National War College, Deputy Commandant of the Headquarters Nigeria Corps of Artillery and School, and Chief of Administration of the Nigerian Army.
He also served as Commander of the Headquarters Nigeria Corps of Artillery and General Officer Commanding the Nigerian Army's 2 Division.
Shaibu described Obiakor's death as a significant loss to his family, the Nigerian Army and the country.
Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, also paid tribute to the late military officer, describing him as a distinguished son of the state and an inspiration to younger generations.
Soludo urged young people to learn from Obiakor's achievements and consider military service as a noble way to contribute to national development.
The governor further encouraged youths to emulate the retired general's commitment to service, discipline and leadership.
Earlier, during the Service of Songs, the General Officer Commanding the Army's 82 Division, Major General O.A. Fadairo, conveyed the condolences of the Chief of Army Staff and the Nigerian Army to the bereaved family.
Fadairo described Obiakor as a gallant, disciplined and accomplished general whose contributions would remain part of the Army's legacy.
Several prominent personalities attended the burial, including Governor Soludo; representatives of the Minister of Defence and the Chief of Army Staff; former Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General O.A. Ihejirika (retd.); Corps Commander Artillery, Major General J.O. Adeyemo; Major General O.G. Onubogu; Major General O.A. Fadairo; and the Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps, Brigadier General O.O. Nafiu.
Military traditions were observed during the ceremony, including the presentation of the national flag and military accoutrements to the deceased's next of kin, alongside the symbolic presentation of a condolence letter.
The Nigerian Army said the ceremony demonstrated its commitment to honouring officers who had served the country and preserving their legacies for future generations.
Obiakor's burial marked the end of a distinguished military career characterised by senior command responsibilities, administrative leadership and contributions to international peacekeeping operations.
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