A statement by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, noted that the appointment “reinforces the Army’s growing focus on emerging domains of warfare and technology-driven security operations.”

A file photo of the Nigerian Army Headquarters in Abuja

The Nigerian Army on Saturday announced a major reshuffle of its senior officers, as part of efforts to strengthen national security and improve operational effectiveness across the country.

The changes affecting key operational, command, training, and staff appointments were announced in a statement issued on Saturday by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele.

According to the statement, the postings affected field commanders, school commandants, and principal staff officers at the Army Headquarters.

Major General EI Okoro has been appointed GOC 6 Division Nigerian Army and Land Component Commander of Joint Task Force South-South Operation DELTA SAFE, succeeding Major General EE Emeka.

The statement also announced the appointment of Major General JR Lar as Commander, Army Headquarters Garrison, while Brigadier General OM Oyekola will serve as Acting Military Secretary (Army). Brigadier General I Waziri retains his position as Chief of Staff in the Office of the Chief of Army Staff.

Brigadier General IB Buhari was appointed Commander of Headquarters 63 Brigade, while Brigadier General K Rabiu was named Commander of Headquarters 31 Artillery Brigade, as part of efforts to strengthen operational leadership and combat readiness.

Major General O Adegbe was also appointed Director of Intelligence and Security at Defence Headquarters.

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Similarly, Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, approved the strategic redeployment of senior officers, saying the move was aimed at enhancing the Army’s capacity to address emerging security challenges.

Major General WM Dangana has been named the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3 Division Nigerian Army and Commander of Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE, replacing Major General EF Oyinlola.

In the area of military education and institutional development, Major General KE Chigbu was appointed Deputy Commandant of the National Defence College, while Major General SD Makolo became Commandant of the Nigerian Army Armour School.

Brigadier General U Ahmad has also been appointed Commandant of Depot Nigerian Army, Zaria.