PRESIDENT Muhammadu Buhari has warmly greeted former Ogun State Governor and Chief of General Staff (CGS), Lt. Gen Oladipo Diya, on his 75th birthday.
According to a statement issued by Femi Adesina, Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity) in Abuja on Tuesday, said while noting his many years of meritorious service to the nation, the president felicitated with family members, friends, professional colleagues and associates of the former Number Two man, whose military career saw him successfully handling sensitive and strategic leadership positions as General Officer Commanding 82 Division, Commandant, National War College (1991–1993) and Chief of Defence Staff.
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The President affirmed that Gen Diya’s gallantry, rich intellectual background and penchant for research contributed to the structure and operations of the Nigerian Army, especially in tackling security challenges within the country, and the West Coast region.
As the former CGS turns 75, President Buhari believed the nation has benefitted from his wealth of knowledge, wisdom and experience, urging him to stay relevant by providing counsels to military formations and officers.
Buhari prayed that the Almighty God will grant Gen Diya longer life, good health and continue to bless his family.
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