Bola Tinubu Shakes Up Military Leadership, Appoints New Chiefs to Strengthen National Security

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has made significant changes in the military hierarchy by appointing Gen Olufemi Oluyede as the new Chief of Defence Staff, replacing Gen Christoph Musa. The new appointments also include Major Gen W.

Shaibu as the new Chief of Army Staff, Air Vice Marshal S.K. Anek as the Chief of Air Staff, and Rear Admiral Abba as the Chief of Naval Staff.

The Chief of Defence Intelligence, Major Gen E.P. Undiendey, has been retained.

The reshuffle is intended to enhance professionalism, vigilance, and comradeship within the Nigerian armed forces. The appointments are effective immediately.