NIGERIAN President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Has Carried Out A Sweeping Overhaul Of The Country’s Military Command, Appointing New Heads For The Army, Navy, And Air Force In A Bid To Strengthen National Security And Restore Confidence Within The Armed Forces.
The Major Shake-Up, Announced On October 24, 2025, Comes Just Weeks After 16 Military Officers Were Arrested On Allegations Of Plotting A Coup Against Tinubu’s Administration. The Arrests, Which Sent Shockwaves Across The Nation, Reportedly Involved Officers Ranging From The Rank Of Captain To Brigadier General.
In A Statement From The Presidential Villa, President Tinubu Said The Move Is Part Of His Government’s Commitment To Reinforcing Discipline, Loyalty, And Unity Within The Defense Establishment. “I Have Approved Changes In The Leadership Of Our Military Forces To Further Enhance The Architecture Of Nigeria’s National Security,” Tinubu Declared.
The Reported Coup Attempt Led To The Cancellation Of The Independence Day Parade Scheduled For October 1, 2025, After Intelligence Sources Warned Of Possible Coordinated Attacks During The Celebrations. The Government Has Since Intensified Internal Investigations Into Those Accused Of Plotting The Power Grab.
Local Media Confirmed That The Outgoing Military Chiefs Include General Christopher Musa, Former Chief Of Defence Staff; Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla, Ex-Chief Of Naval Staff; And Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, Former Chief Of Air Staff, All Replaced As Part Of Tinubu’s Ongoing Efforts To Fortify Stability Within Nigeria’s Defense Forces.
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