In a decisive move aimed at bolstering Nigeria’s security architecture, President Bola Tinubu has approved major changes in the nation’s military hierarchy.
The President appointed General Olufemi Oluyede as the new Chief of Defence Staff, succeeding General Christopher Musa. Also appointed are Major-General W. Shaibu as Chief of Army Staff, Air Vice Marshal S.K. Aneke as Chief of Air Staff, and Rear Admiral I. Abbas as Chief of Naval Staff. The Chief of Defence Intelligence, Major-General E.A.P. Undiendeye, retains his position.
President Tinubu, while expressing profound appreciation to the outgoing Service Chiefs for their patriotic service and leadership, urged the new appointees to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and vigilance that define the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
According to a statement issued by Sunday Dare, Special Adviser to the President on Media & Public Communication, all appointments take immediate effect.