Buhari Hails General Diya As He Celebrates 75th Birthday

President Muhammadu Buhari has celebrated former Ogun State Governor and Chief of General Staff (CGS), Lt. Gen. Oladipo Diya, on his 75th birthday.

In a statement sent to Naija News by the Senior Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, Buhari highlighted his many years of meritorious service to the nation.

According to Adesina, Buhari 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.

“The President affirms 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 believes 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.

“The President prays that the Almighty God will grant Gen. Diya longer life, good health and continue to bless his family.”