President Tinubu eulogises late Diya
Abacha’s ex-Chief of Staff, Gen Oladipo Diya is dead
President Bola Tinubu on Saturday extolled the virtues of former Chief of General Staff, deceased Gen. Oladipo Diya, whom he described as a selfless and diligent leader.
The president stated in his message to the final funeral rites of Diya at his hometown, Odogbolu, Ogun that the Diya’s contributions to nation-building remained a reference point to coming generations.
The president’s message was delivered by Gov. Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State.
The president noted that while Diya’s death was painful, his impactful life and legacies were sufficient to console his loved ones and the generality of Nigerians.
He added that Diya’s contributions to the sanctity of Nigeria’s territorial integrity were legendary.
“Gen. Diya’s efforts towards curtailing several uprisings that threatened the corporate entity of Nigeria are legendary and these will remain indelible in the consciousness of Nigerians and sub-Sahara Africans.
“Indeed his life of selfless and diligence in the service of the military remains a reference point for coming generations of military officers.
“His leadership and tactical prowess greatly contributed to the success of this nation.
“He implemented various reforms in the army, including training programmes and welfare for soldiers and under his leadership, the Nigerian Army witnessed significant advancement and operational effectiveness,’’ Tinubu stated.
Late Gen. Diya was born in Odogbolu, Ogun State on April 3, 1944.
He joined the Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna at a youthful age and was part of the active soldiers who fought during the Nigerian Civil War between July 6, 1967 and Jan. 15, 1970.
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