Tinubu Makes Changes, Appoints New Service Chiefs For National Security

Tinubu Makes Changes, Appoints New Service Chiefs For National Security

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved changes in the leadership of Nigeria’s Armed Forces as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the nation’s security architecture.

According to a statement issued on October 24, 2025, by Sunday Dare, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communication, the President appointed new heads for the military services.

General Olufemi Oluyede has been named the new Chief of Defence Staff, succeeding General Christopher Musa. Major-General W. Shaibu takes over as Chief of Army Staff, while Air Vice Marshal S.K. Aneke becomes the Chief of Air Staff. Rear Admiral I. Abbas has been appointed Chief of Naval Staff.

The Chief of Defence Intelligence, Major-General E.A.P. Undiendeye, retains his position.

President Tinubu expressed his deep appreciation to the outgoing Chief of Defence Staff and other service chiefs for their exemplary patriotism and dedicated leadership. He urged the newly appointed officers to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, vigilance, and unity that define the Nigerian Armed Forces.

All appointments take immediate effect.