Ex-CGS Oladipo Diya to get state burial – Abiodun

…as he pays condolence visit to late General’s family

The Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has disclosed that the Late former Chief of General Staff, Oladipo Diya, who died on Sunday at the age of 78 will be given a state burial.

Governor Abiodun made this known on Monday when he led a delegation from the state comprising members of the State Executive Council, Governor to paid a condolence visit to the Lagos residence of the one time military administrator of Ogun State.

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The governor who described the death of Lt Gen Diya as a great loss to Ogun in particular and the country in general, said the late army chief lived an impactful life worthy of emulation.

Speaking further, Governor Abiodun said, “General Diya was a man of many parts. His life epitomized integrity and character. He was a soldier and gentleman, a lawyer with an eventful career. He rose to the peak of his career as the Chief of General Staff. “

He acknowledged his commitment to his community, especially in the Odogbolu Local Government Area, adding that the history of Ogun State would not be complete without the mention of his name.
Governor Abiodun announced that a committee made up of some State Executive Council members would be set up to liaise with the family to give the former military governor of the state a befitting burial.
Responding on behalf of the family, one of the sons of the late General Diya, Oyedamola, thanked the governor for showing concerns to the family.