BREAKING: President Tinubu Sacks Chief Of Defence Staff, Mus
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sacked his Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa.
Plateau News reports that the announcement was contained in a statement on Friday by the Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare.
According to the statement, General Olufemi Oluyede has been appointed the new Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), replacing General Christopher Musa, who has held the position since 2023.
Other new appointees include Major-General W. Shaibu as the Chief of Army Staff, Air Vice Marshal S.K. Aneke as the Chief of Air Staff, and Rear Admiral I. Abbas as the Chief of Naval Staff.
The Chief of Defence Intelligence, Major-General E.A.P. Undiendeye, will retain his position in the reconstituted service hierarchy.
President Tinubu, who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, expressed his “most profound appreciation” to the outgoing Service Chiefs, particularly General Musa, for their patriotic service, dedication, and leadership during their tenure.