Diya Will Be Missed By A Lot Of People For Different Reasons – Daniel

Former Governor of Ogun State, Chief Gbenga Daniel, has expressed sadness over the death of former Chief of General Staff, Donaldson Oladipo Diya.

In a statement he personally signed on Sunday, Daniel said Ogun state has lost one of its illustrious sons with the passing of the retired general, adding that Diya’s death is a great loss to our country.

The Senator-elect for Ogun East added that Diya played an active role in the affairs of the nation, saying that his contribution to the country’s democracy will never be forgotten.

Daniel asserted that the Ogun chief will surely be missed by a lot of people for different reasons and especially for his statesmanship.

He said, “The demise of General Oladipo (rtd), is a great loss to our country, Nigeria, and to Ogun State in particular.

“General Diya, as Chief of General Staff played his part as a Military strategist and his stabilizing role during the military era can never be forgotten. As Military Administrator of Ogun State, he was exemplary in the enforcement of the War Against Indiscipline with a focus on a cleaner environment.

“He will surely be missed by a lot of people for different reasons and especially for his statesmanship.

“I share in the grief of his family members and by friends and associates. I had close personal experiences and relationships with General Diya in and out of public office.

“I pray for his repose to get eternal rest in the bosom of his Creator as I pray for strength for his family to be able to bear this painful exit.”