BREAKING: President Tinubu appoints new service chiefs
President Bola Tinubu has approved changes in the leadership of the Nigerian Armed Forces as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s security system.
The announcement was made in a statement by Sunday Dare, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communication, on Friday, October 24, 2025.
General Olufemi Oluyede has been appointed as the new Chief of Defence Staff, replacing General Christopher Musa. Major-General W. Shaibu is now the Chief of Army Staff, while Air Vice Marshal S.K. Aneke takes over as Chief of Air Staff. Rear Admiral I. Abbas has been named the new Chief of Naval Staff.
The Chief of Defence Intelligence, Major-General E.A.P. Undiendeye, retains his position.
President Tinubu expressed appreciation to the outgoing Service Chiefs for their dedication and service to the nation. He urged the new appointees to justify the confidence reposed in them by enhancing professionalism, vigilance, and unity within the Armed Forces.
All appointments take immediate effect.
