President Muhammadu Buhari Monday, extended heartfelt condolences to the Malu family as well as the government and people of Benue on the death of a former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Victor Malu.

Malu was reported to have died today in a Cairo hospital.

Buhari, in a statement by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, (Published by The Nation) also commiserated with the Nigerian Armed Forces on the demise of a very distinguished and professional colleague, who demonstrated incredible courage and leadership, including during very turbulent times in Liberia.

The President recalled that as Force Commander of the ECOMOG peace-keeping troops in Liberia from 1996 to 1998, General Malu was an icon of professionalism, bravery and discipline, and aptly demonstrated these attributes throughout his national and international military assignments.

The President believed 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.

He urged the bereaved family, friends and associates to honour Malu’s memory by upholding his invaluable sacrifices for a peaceful and united Nigeria.