Late Lt. Gen. Gibson Jalo Sanda, CFR, FSS, JSS
Adamawa Hall of Fame Inductee – 2022
The Adamawa Hall of Fame proudly honors the late Lieutenant General Gibson Jalo Sanda, a distinguished son of Adamawa State whose life and service left an enduring mark on Nigeria’s military history and national development.
Born in 1939, General Gibson Jalo Sanda rose through the ranks of the Nigerian Army with exceptional dedication, discipline, and professionalism. His military career spanned decades of service to the nation, during which he held some of the most strategic and prestigious positions within the Nigerian Armed Forces.
In 1980, he was appointed Chief of Army Staff (COAS), a role in which he demonstrated visionary leadership and a strong commitment to strengthening the operational capacity and professionalism of the Nigerian Army. His tenure as COAS was marked by reforms and a focus on institutional stability during a critical period in Nigeria’s military history.
Following this, General Sanda served as the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) from 1981 to 1983 during Nigeria’s Second Republic. In this capacity, he became the nation’s highest-ranking military officer, coordinating the Army, Navy, and Air Force to safeguard national security and maintain strategic defense readiness.
In recognition of his outstanding service and national contributions, he was honored with some of Nigeria’s highest national awards, including:
CFR (Commander of the Federal Republic)
FSS (Forces Service Star)
JSS (Jubilee Service Star)
One of the most enduring legacies of General Gibson Jalo Sanda is the Yola Army Barracks, which was named in his honor — a testament to the respect and admiration he commanded within the military community and beyond.
Why He Was Inducted into the Adamawa Hall of Fame
The induction of Late Lt. Gen. Gibson Jalo Sanda into the Adamawa Hall of Fame is a recognition of:
His historic leadership as Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Staff
His lifelong service to national security and unity
His role as a trailblazer from Adamawa State, inspiring future generations
His enduring legacy, symbolized by the naming of the Yola Army Barracks in his honor
His embodiment of excellence, discipline, and patriotism, values the Hall of Fame seeks to preserve and celebrate
General Sanda’s life story represents the highest ideals of service and sacrifice. His induction into the Adamawa Hall of Fame ensures that his contributions to Nigeria and to Adamawa State will be remembered, honored, and passed down to future generations.
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