“A pivotal step for Nigeria’s security” – Soludo hails appointment of service chiefs

The Governor of Anambra State, Chukwuma Soludo has commended President Bola Tinubu over the appointment of the new service chiefs.

Soludo, while congratulating the new military chiefs described their appointment as an important step taken by the president towards strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture.

In a statement issued on Sunday, October 26, Christian Aburime, the Press Secretary to the Governor said Soludo expressed confidence that the new chiefs would deliver on their tasks.

He said, “The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has conveyed his earnest congratulations to the new security service chiefs recently appointed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.

“Governor Soludo, in his goodwill message, commended the appointments of General Olufemi Oluyede as the new Chief of Defence Staff, Major-General W. Shaibu as the Chief of Army Staff, Air Vice Marshal S.K. Aneke as Chief of Air Staff, and Rear Admiral I. Abbas as the Chief of Naval Staff, represents a pivotal step towards strengthening the security architecture of our great nation

“The Governor expressed confidence in the leadership, expertise and experience the seasoned military professionals bring to their new roles at this critical time when our nation faces evolving security challenges,” Aburime said.

He also noted that the governor emphasised the importance of having the chiefs engaging with relevant stakeholders in the security sector, to ensure a unified approach to tackling insecurity in Nigeria and securing the lives and properties of all Nigerians.

“Also, the Governor reaffirmed the commitment of the Anambra State Government to support the Federal Government and the newly appointed security chiefs in their efforts to combat insecurity in the Southeast as well as foster a peaceful, safe environment for all citizens.

“Therefore, Governor Soludo once again congratulates General Olufemi Oluyede, Major-General W. Shaibu, Air Vice Marshal S.K. Aneke, and Rear Admiral I. Abbas on their well-deserved appointments and wish them great success in their new roles for a safer Nigeria,” Aburime added.