The former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Lucky Irabor (rtd), has said the peace of the nation would be guaranteed with the appointment of Major-General Chris Musa as his successor.
General Irabor, who spoke at a reception organised for him by the Ika nation at the weekend, gave an assurance that with General Musa as CDS, the defence of the nation is in good hands.
Irabor thanked the Ika nation for the honour done him and his family, adding that he would remain grateful to the Nigerian military for the opportunity to serve the nation. He pledged continued support for the unity and growth of the nation.
Former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa in his remarks, said General Irabor did a lot for the peace and security of the country.
The reception, which was attended by serving and retired generals led by the current CDS, Major-General Musa, accompanied by his wife, also had former defence and army chiefs, including former Chief of Defence Staff, General Alex Ogomudia (rtd); former Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-General Azubuike Ihejirika (rtd), among the dignitaries.
Also present were the Deputy Governor of Delta State, Monday Onyeme; Speaker of the state House of Assembly, Hon. Emomotimi Guwor; the Chairman of ThisDay/ARISE Media Group, Nduka Obaigbena; Group Managing Director of Zenith Bank, Dr. Onyeagwu; Chief Nduka Irabor, among others.
Some of these dignitaries, who spoke at the occasion, poured encomiums on the former CDS for his contributions to the fight against insurgents.
