The Senate on Wednesday urged the Federal Government to immortalize the late former chief of general staff, Vice Admiral Mike Akhigbe, who died on October 20, 2013 in the US.

The call followed a motion by Domingo Obende (APC-Edo), Ehigie Uzamere and Odion Ugbesia on the death Akhigbe.

Leading the motion, Obende noted that the late Akhigbe worked hard to reach the pinnacle of a fulfilling military career as the chief of naval staff.

Obende said the deceased also served the country in various capacities which include the military governor of Ondo and Lagos states and the flag officer, Eastern Naval Command.

“His life was defined by the virtues of hard work, fearlessness, commitment and loyalty.

“He was a conscientious and dutiful officer who was in all respect, admirably equipped for his roles in the military and the larger society”, he said.

Ganiyu Solomon (APC-Lagos) said the deceased was an achiever who attached great importance to the development of the human mind.