Tinubu Appoints New Service Chiefs

President Bola Tinubu has approved major changes in the leadership of Nigeria’s Armed Forces, in a move aimed at strengthening the country’s security architecture.

A statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, announced that General Olufemi Oluyede has been appointed the new Chief of Defence Staff, replacing General Christopher Musa.

Other appointments include 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 charged the newly appointed Service Chiefs to justify the confidence reposed in them by enhancing professionalism, vigilance, and comradeship within the Armed Forces of Nigeria. The appointments take immediate effect.

By Admn 1 | October 25, 2025 | Politics . Top Stories |

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