The Senate has confirmed the appointment of Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede as the substantive Chief of Army Staff.Oluyede’s confirmation follows the adoption of the report of the Committee on Army, presented by its Chairman, Abdulaziz Yar’adua (APC-Katsina Central).
Oluyede was appointed to act as Chief of Army Staff after the illness and eventual death of Lt. Gen. Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja.
Senator Yar’adua informed the Senate that Oluyede demonstrated deep understanding of the nation’s security challenges and potential solutions.
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He also highlighted that Oluyede impressed the Committee with his qualifications, achievements, and excellence.
Senator Yar’adua noted that Oluyede had been cleared by the Department of State Services (DSS) and followed the appropriate promotion process, making him eligible for the position of Army Chief.
Following a voice vote led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, the Senate confirmed Oluyede’s appointment.
(Editor: Oloyede Oworu)
