By Bolanle Lawal
Gov. Biodun OyebanjI of Ekiti has congratulated Maj.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede on his appointment as the acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS) by President Bola Tinubu.
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, Mr Yinka Oyebode, made available to newsmen in Ado-Ekiti on Thursday, quoted Oyebanji as expressing confidence in Maj.-Gen. Oluyede’s ability to excel in the new assignment.
“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,” the governor said.
He described the acting COAS as a gallant officer with proven integrity and great accomplishments in his military career.
The governor urged Oluyede to bring his wealth of experience and expertise to bear on the new assignment, especially at this critical period.
Oyebanji also prayed for the speedy recovery of Lt.-Gen Taoreed Lagbaja, the Chief of Army Staff, who is currently indisposed. (NAN)
