Full List of Tinubu's 15 Security Team Leaders and Regions They Are From

Full List of Tinubu's 15 Security Team Leaders and Regions They Are From

  • President Bola Tinubu's security team were picked from all the six geopolitical zones in the country
  • An analysis of the team showed that 15 persons were appointed to head different security agencies for internal and external defence
  • A breakdown of the team showed that the northcentral has two persons heading the NSCDC and the NIA

State House, Abuja—President Bola Tinubu came into office on May 29, 2023, and inherited the burden of insecurity facing Nigerians in different parts of the country. Soon after resuming office, Tinubu constituted his security team.

President Tinubu's security team comprises 15 security heads, including the NSA and the service chiefs.

How Tinubu appointed security team members in each region of Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu inherited insecurity from his predecessor. Photo Credit: @officialABAT
Source: Twitter

Who is NSA Nuhu Ribadu?

Nuhu Ribadu is a former police officer who served as the pioneer chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from 2003 to 2007. During his tenure, he led a high-profile campaign against corruption, recovering billions of dollars in stolen funds and prosecuting several high-ranking officials. His efforts earned him international recognition and acclaim, including the 2008 Integrity Award from Transparency International.

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After leaving the EFCC, Ribadu pursued a career in politics. He ran for president of Nigeria in 2011 and later served as the governorship candidate for the Adamawa State elections in 2015. He was then appointed by President Tinubu as the National Security Adviser (NSA).

Who is Christopher Musa?

Christopher Musa is a Nigerian Army Major General who has served in various capacities, including as the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 82 Division of the Nigerian Army. He has also held positions such as Commander of the Nigerian Army Armoured Corps and Director of Army Training and Operations.

General Musa has participated in several military operations, including the fight against the Boko Haram insurgency in Northeast Nigeria. He has been recognized for his leadership and bravery, earning numerous awards and commendations.

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Musa has also been involved in international peacekeeping missions, serving with the United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) and the Economic Community of West African States Monitoring Group (ECOMOG) in Sierra Leone. His experience and expertise earned him the appointment of Chief of Defence Staff under the Tinubu government.

IGP Kayode Egbetokun

Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun is a Nigerian police officer who has risen through the ranks to become the head of the Nigeria Police Force.

With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, he has served in various capacities, including as Commissioner of Police in several states and as a member of the Police Management Team.

His expertise and experience have earned him recognition and respect within the police force and beyond. President Tinubu appointed him IGP.

Badaru Abubakar, minister of defence

Mohammed Badaru Abubakar is a Nigerian politician born on September 19, 1962. He currently serves as the Minister of Defence, a position he has held since August 21, 2023. Prior to his appointment as Defence Minister, Abubakar served as the Governor of Jigawa State from 2015 to 2023.

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Abubakar has had a distinguished career in public service, holding various positions, including chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fertilizer Distribution to Farmers and Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Non-Oil Revenue. He is also the founder of Talamiz Group.

Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo

Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo is a Nigerian politician and member of the House of Representatives, representing the Akoko North East/North West Federal Constituency of Ondo State before his appointment as minister of interior by President Tinubu.

He was first elected to the House of Representatives in 2019 and has been a vocal advocate for the development of his constituency and the welfare of his constituents.

Below is the list of security teams meant to solve the country's insecurity:

S/NNamePositionStateRegion
1Badaru AbubakarMinister of DefenceJigawaNorth West
2Bello MatawalleMinister of Defence (State)ZamfaraNorth West
3Olubunmi Tunji-OjoInterior, MinisterOndo South West
4Ibrahim Gaidam Police, MinisterYobe North East
5Nuhu RibaduNSAAdamawaNorth East
6Taoreed LagbajaChief of Army StaffOsunSouthwest
7Christopher MusaChief of Defence StaffKadunaNorth West
8Hasan AbubakarChief of Air StaffKanoNorth West
9Emmanuel OgallaChief of Naval StaffEnuguSouth East
10Kayode Egbetokun Inspector General of PoliceOgunSouth West
11Bashir A AdeniyiComptroller General of the Nigeria CustomsOsunSouth West
12Adeola O AjayiDG, Department of State ServiceOsunSouth West
13Mohammed Mohammed DG, National Intelligence AgencyKwaraNorth Central
14Ahmed A AudiCommandant General, Civil DefenceNasarawaNorth Central
15Kemi N NandapComptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration ServiceKadunaNorth West

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Mbaka sends prophetic messages to Tinubu

Legit.ng earlier reported that President Tinubu has been urged to reconsider removing the fuel subsidy, considering the country's hardships.

Rev. Fr. Ejike Mbaka, the spiritual leader of AMEN, warned the president of an impending protest in the country.

Mbaka noted that though the problem started with the previous governments, Tinubu must act fast.

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