By Adegbaju Temitope 

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a major shake-up in Nigeria’s military leadership, replacing top service commanders as part of renewed efforts to strengthen the nation’s security architecture.

In a statement issued from the State House on Friday, the President announced the appointment of General Olufemi Oluyede as the new Chief of Defence Staff, succeeding General Christopher Musa.

Other new 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.

Major-General E. A. P. Undiendeye retains his role as Chief of Defence Intelligence.

President Tinubu expressed deep appreciation to the outgoing Chief of Defence Staff and other departing service chiefs for what he described as their patriotic and dedicated service to the nation.

He urged the new military heads to justify the trust placed in them and further enhance the professionalism, vigilance, and unity within the Armed Forces.

The President, who also serves as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, said the appointments take immediate effect.