Oyebanji congratulates Ikere-Ekiti-born Gen. Oluyede on appointment as acting army chief
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has congratulated Maj.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede on his appointment as the acting Chief of Army Staff by President Bola Tinubu.
Mr Oyebanji also thanked the President for finding the Ikere-Ekiti-born Gen. Oluyede worthy of the appointment.
A statement by the governor’s Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, to journalists in Ado-Ekiti on Thursday, quoted Mr Oyebanji as expressing confidence in Mr Oluyede’s ability to excel in the new assignment.
The governor said, “Hearty congratulations to Gen. Oluyede. The government and good people of Ekiti State wish him God’s guidance in the new assignment. We also thank the President for finding him deserving of the elevation.’’
He described the acting COAS as a gallant officer with proven integrity and great accomplishments in his military career.
The governor urged Mr Oluyede to bring his wealth of experience and expertise to bear on the new assignment, especially at this critical period.
Mr Oyebanji also prayed for the speedy recovery of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen Taoreed Lagbaja, who is currently indisposed.
(NAN)
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