The leadership of Ilobu-Asake Development h
appreciated the President, Bola Tinubu, over the appointment of a son of the soil, Maj. Gen. Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja as the Chief of Army Staff.
The union said while it believed the appointment was based on merit, it still appreciated the President for finding General Lagbaja worthy of the honour.
The union stated this in a statement, signed by its National President, Pastor Olufemi Salako, and made available to newsmen in Osogbo, yesterday.
According to Salako, General Lagbaja had for decades dedicated his time towards defending the territorial integrity of Nigeria through participation and leading of several operations across the length and breadth of Nigeria and beyond.
The statement further reads: “Most recent was his efforts towards restoring peace to Northwestern states of Zamfara, Kaduna, Kebbi and Sokoto during his short spell as General Officer Commanding of 1 Division, Kaduna.
“We call on Nigerians to be rest assured that the fight against enemies of Nigeria will be won decisively as we believe a Nigerian Army under General Lagbaja will be ruthless in dealing with them.
“Finally, we congratulate one of us, General Lagbaja and we believe in your capacity to take the battle against enemies of Nigeria to a level that will guarantee security of lives and properties, eliminate division and most importantly, corroborate the vision of President Bola Tinubu on bringing stability into the country. Be rest assured of our unalloyed support.
“On behalf of Olobu of Ilobu, Oba Asiru Olatoye Olaniyan and the entire sons and daughters of Ilobu, we say thank you to President Bola Tinubu.”
