President Muhammadu Buhari has saluted the former Chief of General Staff, Lt Gen. Oladipo Diya on his 75 birthday tomorrow, April 3.
Buhari did through a message contained in a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina.
“President Buhari felicitates 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 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 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,” Buhari said.