Breaking News: President Tinubu Appoints Major General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede as Acting Chief of Army Staff
In a significant development, President Bola Tinubu has appointed Major General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede as the Acting Chief of Army Staff.
This move comes after Major General Taoreed Lagbaja, the previous Chief of Army Staff, was reportedly incapacitated due to a terminal illness.
Major General Oluyede, who previously served as the 56th Commander of the Infantry Corps, Nigerian Army, took over from Major General Christopher Musa, who was appointed as the Chief of Defence Staff by President Tinubu.
Oluyede has also served as the General Officer Commanding the 6 Division Nigerian Army and Land Component Commander of Operation Delta Safe.
The appointment has sparked mixed reactions, with some praising the move as a “great appointment” that will prevent coup plotters from gaining power.
Others have expressed concerns about the army becoming “sectional” and “local”
As the new Acting Chief of Army Staff, Major General Oluyede will be responsible for leading the Nigerian Army and ensuring national security. His experience and leadership skills will be crucial in addressing the country’s security challenges.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
