The Kogi State Government  on has  lauded President Bola Tinubu for appointing Maj.- Gen. Waidi  Shaibu as the new Chief of Army Staff (COAS).

Governor Ahmed Ododo gave the commendation in a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, in Lokoja.

MrOdodo expressed the state’s profound gratitude to Mr Tinubu for appointing Mr Shaibu, a son of Kogi State, as the new COAS.

The governor described the appointment as a “clear demonstration of the President’s commitment to fairness, equity, and recognition of merit in national service.

“Shaibu is a source of pride and inspiration to the people of Kogi State. His record of professionalism, discipline, and dedication to duty stands him out as a fine officer and true patriot. We have confidence in the ability of the new COAS to deliver on the mandate of strengthening the Nigerian army to defend the nation and sustain ongoing efforts to improve security across the country.”

Mr Ododo, who congratulated Mr Shaibu on his appointment, assured Mr Tinubu of the support and loyalty of the government and people of Kogi State to his administration.

He also prayed for divine wisdom and protection for the new army chief as he discharges his duties in the service of the nation. 

(NAN)