Adesina further noted in the statement that, «The President believes that the late General Malu will be fondly remembered for his dedication and
commitment as a military officer; and his numerous landmark contributions to Nigeria's unity and development.
The statement read in part, «The President believes that the late Ogbemudia, who had a distinguished career
as a
military officer, administrator and Federal Minister, has left an impressive legacy of hardwork, discipline and
commitment to communal, state, regional and national development.