President Bola Tinubu has approved changes in the leadership of Nigeria’s Armed Forces as part of efforts to further strengthen the nation’s security architecture.
In the new appointments, General Olufemi Oluyede replaces General Christopher Musa as the Chief of Defence Staff. Major-General W. Shaibu has been named the new Chief of Army Staff, while Air Vice Marshal S.K. Aneke becomes the Chief of Air Staff. Rear Admiral I. Abbas takes over as the Chief of Naval Staff.
The Chief of Defence Intelligence, Major-General E.A.P. Undiendeye, retains his position.
President Tinubu, who serves as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, expressed deep appreciation to the outgoing Service Chiefs for their patriotic service and dedicated leadership. He charged the newly appointed Chiefs to justify the confidence reposed in them by enhancing professionalism, vigilance, and unity within the Armed Forces.
According to the statement issued by Sunday Dare, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communication, the appointments take immediate effect.
