The late Major General Johnson Aguiyi-Ironsi.
President Bola Tinubu has paid tribute to Nigeria’s first military leader, late Major General Johnson Aguiyi-Ironsi, saying his leadership at a critical period in the country’s history helped preserve national unity.
Tinubu stated this on Wednesday in Umuahia, Abia State, during the 60th anniversary ceremony marking the death of Aguiyi-Ironsi, who became Nigeria’s first military Head of State.
Represented at the event by the Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, the President described Aguiyi-Ironsi as a leader who placed national interest above personal considerations.
“He understood that leadership demands sacrifice, and throughout his career, he placed the interests of the nation above personal consideration,” Tinubu said.
