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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has made a major shake-up in the nation’s military hierarchy as he appoints new Service Chiefs as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, the President approved the appointment of General Olufemi Oluyede as the new Chief of Defence Staff, succeeding General Christopher Musa.
Major-General W. Shaibu has been named the new Chief of Army Staff, while Air Vice Marshal S.K. Aneke takes over as Chief of Air Staff. Rear Admiral I. Abbas assumes duty as the new Chief of Naval Staff.
The Chief of Defence Intelligence, Major-General E.A.P. Undiendeye, however, retains his position.
According to the statement, the President, who also serves as the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, expressed deep appreciation to the outgoing Service Chiefs for their exemplary leadership and dedicated service to the nation.
President Tinubu charged the newly appointed Service Chiefs to justify the confidence reposed in them by demonstrating renewed professionalism, vigilance, and unity in the discharge of their duties.
“All appointments take immediate effect,” the statement concluded.
The development is part of President Tinubu’s broader strategy to bolster the country’s security apparatus and reinvigorate military operations across the country amid persistent security challenges.
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