The Nigerian Senate on Wednesday confirmed the appointments of new service chiefs nominated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The senate arrived at the decision to confirm the president’s nominations following a thorough screening session conducted by the Committee of the Whole.
Those confirmed comprise of Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede as Chief of Defence Staff, Major General W. Shuaibu as Chief of Army Staff, Rear Admiral I. Abbas as Chief of Naval Staff, and Air Vice Marshal S.K. Aneke as Chief of Air Staff.
During the plenary, Senate President Godswill Akpabio announced the confirmations after each nominee received unanimous approval from lawmakers through a voice vote.
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In his remarks, Akpabio congratulated the newly confirmed service chiefs and commended President Tinubu for what he described as a “careful and strategic selection” of officers with proven experience from various theatres of operation across the country.
“We believe this will renew the hope of Nigerians regarding efforts to restore security across the nation. Security is everybody’s business, and we have found these nominees fit and capable to deliver,” Akpabio stated.
He also acknowledged the Senate’s commitment to national security, noting that the chamber suspended all other agenda items to prioritize the screening and confirmation process.
The new service chiefs replace their predecessors who were relieved of their duties by President Tinubu earlier in October following reported concerns about internal discontent within the armed forces.
The Senate President prayed for divine guidance for the newly appointed military leaders as they assume responsibility for safeguarding lives and property across the country.
