General Oladipo Diya (retd)
Former President Mr Goodluck Jonathan has commiserated with the people and government of Ogun State over the death of a former Chief of General Staff, Lt General Oladipo Diya (retd.), describing him as a committed patriot and courageous soldier.
In a condolence message signed by his media adviser, Ikechukwu Eze, Jonathan lauded Diya for serving the country well, stressing that as a soldier, he fought gallantly for the unity of Nigeria.
The former President further described Gen Diya, who was also a one-time Chief of Defense Staff and Vice Chairman of the Provisional Ruling Council in the General Sani Abacha regime, as “a kindhearted and disciplined officer, well-known for his loyalty to the country and love of fellow citizens.”
The former first citizen recalled that “Diya devoted so much of his energy towards uniting Nigeria and showed exceptional brilliance while holding different command positions in the nation’s military leadership. He will be remembered for his efforts towards promoting peace and commitment to the progress and development of our natioN.”
