BREAKING: Tinubu Submits Names of New Chief of Army Staff to Senate
- President Bola Tinubu has written to the Senate to confirm Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede as the Chief of Army Staff (COAS)
- Bayo Onanuga, the spokesperson to the president, announced the development in a statement on Friday, November 22
- According to Onanuga, Tinubu's request is in line with Section 218(2) of the 1999 Constitution and Section 18(1) of the Armed Forces Act
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President Bola Tinubu has approached the Senate for the official confirmation of Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede as the Chief of Army Staff (COAS). Bayo Onanuga, one of the president's spokespersons, announced the development in a statement on Friday, November 22.
Onanuga maintained that the president's request to the Senate is contained in Section 218(2) of the 1999 Constitution and Section 18(1) of the Armed Forces Act.
Source: Twitter
When did Tinubu appoints Oluyede?
Tinubu appointed Oluyede as the acting Chief of Army Staff on October 30 following the illness of the late Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja. However, General Lagbaja died on November 5 and was buried in Abuja afterwards. In his letter to the Senate, the president expressed his confidence in Oluyede's leadership qualities.
The President's request for Oluyede's confirmation is a significant step in solidifying his position as the Chief of Army Staff. The Senate's approval will be crucial in confirming Oluyede's appointment and allowing him to continue leading the army effectively. With Oluyede at the helm, the army is expected to maintain its focus on ensuring national security and stability.
As the Chief of Army Staff, Oluyede will play a critical role in shaping the army's strategy and direction. His experience and leadership qualities make him an ideal candidate for the position. President Tinubu's confidence in Oluyede is a testament to his abilities and potential to lead the army successfully.
See the full statement here:
Defence Headquarters speaks on resumption of acting COAS
Legit.ng earlier reported that Major General Olufemi Oluyede will resume officially as the acting chief of army staff on Friday, November 1.
On Tuesday, October 29, the presidency announced that President Bola Tinubu had approved the appointment of Oluyede as the acting chief of the Nigerian army.
Oluyede's appointment followed concerns over the health status of Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, the substantive chief of army staff.
Source: Legit.ng
