It was celebration galore for Osun State citizens as good news came penultimate week that two co-citizens had been considered for strategic appointments by President Bola Tinubu.
Major General T. A Lagbaja was appointed as the Chief of Army Staff while Bashir Adewale Adeniyi was appointed as acting Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service.
Governor Ademola Adeleke has welcomed the elevation of the two indigenes of Osun State calling this a great honour while appreciating President Bola Tinubu for trusting them with those important roles.
‘ I heartily congratulate Major General T. A Lagbaja and CG Bashir Adewale Adeniyi on their appointment as Chief of Army Staff and acting Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service by President Bola Tinubu.
Their elevation is a great feat for us in Osun State in every way and on behalf of the good people of this state, I want to sincerely appreciate President Tinubu for counting these two indigenes well-suited for the positions. It is a proud moment for us, and I recognize this huge honour done to us as a state.
Looking at the impressive service records of General Lagbaja and CG Adeniyi, I share the overwhelming expectations that counted for their elevations and believe they will excel in their new roles”, he said.
