President Tinubu’s Recent Decision: New Appointments in the Security Sector
In a significant development last night, President Tinubu took decisive action by relieving the former Service Chiefs of their duties and announcing the appointment of new ones. These changes are aimed at strengthening our national security. Please find below the list of the newly appointed security chiefs along with their respective states of origin.
Introducing Acting Inspector-General of Police: Kayode Egbetokun
Meet Kayode Egbetokun, the newly appointed Acting Inspector-General of Police. Born on September 4, 1964, in Erinja, Yewa South Local Government Area of Ogun State, he embarked on his journey in the Nigeria Police Force on March 3, 1990, as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police.
Egbetokun’s impressive career includes serving as the Chief Security Officer to Senator Bola Tinubu, the Governor of Lagos State, in 1999. Throughout his tenure, he has held several notable positions, including Commander of the Rapid Response Squad in Lagos, Squadron Commander of Mopol 5 in Benin City, Officer-in-Charge of the Anti-Fraud Unit at FCT Command in Abuja, Chief Superintendent of Police in Administration at the Lagos State Command Headquarters in Ikeja, Area Commander in Osogbo, Osun State Command, and Area Commander in Gusau, Zamfara State Command, among others.
Academically, Egbetokun graduated from the University of Lagos, Akoka, Yaba, Lagos, in June 1987, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics. Prior to joining the Police Force, he briefly lectured Mathematics at Yaba College of Technology, Lagos. He furthered his education with a Master’s degree in Engineering Analysis from the University of Lagos in 1996. He also holds a Post-Graduate Diploma in Petroleum Economics from Delta State University, Abraka, and an MBA from Lagos State University, Ojo, which he obtained in 2004.
Kayode Egbetokun is a dedicated family man, married with children. His diverse background and extensive experience make him a valuable addition to the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force in ensuring the safety and security of the nation.
Introducing Major General EPA Undiandeye: Chief of Defense Intelligence
Allow us to introduce Major General EPA Undiandeye, the newly appointed Chief of Defense Intelligence. Hailing from Cross River State, he brings a wealth of expertise and experience to this vital role.
Introducing Major General EPA Undiandeye: Chief of Defense Intelligence
Allow us to introduce Major General EPA Undiandeye, the newly appointed Chief of Defense Intelligence. Hailing from Cross River State, he brings a wealth of expertise and experience to this vital role.
Introducing Adeniyi Bashir Adewale: The New Comptroller General of Customs
Please welcome Adeniyi Bashir Adewale, the recently appointed Comptroller General of Customs. Adewale, hailing from Osun State, assumes this important position with a wealth of knowledge and experience in the customs sector.
Introducing Air Vice Marshal Hassan Bala Abubakar: Chief of Staff, Nigerian Air Force
We are pleased to introduce Air Vice Marshal Hassan Bala Abubakar, who has recently been appointed as the Chief of Staff to the Nigerian Air Force. Hailing from Shanono Local Government Area in Kano State, he brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this significant role.
Introducing Major General Christopher Gwabin Musa: The New Chief of Defence Staff
Please meet Major General Christopher Gwabin Musa, who has assumed the esteemed position of Chief of Defence Staff. Hailing from Zangon Kataf Local Government Area in Kaduna State, he brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and leadership to this crucial role.
Introducing Major General Taoreed Lagbaja: The New Chief of Nigerian Army Staff
We are pleased to introduce Major General Taoreed Lagbaja, the recently appointed Chief of Nigerian Army Staff. Hailing from Irepedun Local Government Area in Osun State, he brings a wealth of experience, dedication, and strategic leadership to his new role.ch
