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Press Release: President Buhari Appoints New Service Chiefs And NSA

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President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the following appointments:

1. Major-General Abayomi Gabriel Olonishakin – Chief of Defence Staff;
2. Major-General T.Y. Buratai – Chief of Army Staff
3. Rear Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas – Chief of Naval Staff
4. Air Vice Marshal Sadique Abubakar – Chief of Air Staff
5. Air Vice Marshal Monday Riku Morgan – Chief of Defence Intelligence
6. Major-General Babagana Monguno (rtd.) – National Security Adviser

The new Chief of Defence Staff, Maj.-Gen. Olonishakin (N/6901) hails from Ekiti State. Until his appointment as Chief of Defence Staff today, he was the Head of the Nigerian Army Training and Doctrine Command in Minna, Niger State.

The new Chief of Army Staff, Maj.-Gen. Buratai hails from Borno State. Until his new appointment today, he was the Commander of the Multinational Joint Task Force which has its headquarters in Ndjamena. Maj-Gen. Buratai has previously served as Commander of the Nigerian Army’s 2nd Brigade in Port Harcourt and Commander of the Nigerian Army School of Infantry in Jaji, Kaduna State.

The new Chief of Naval Staff, Rear Admiral Ibas (NN/0746) hails from Cross River State. He enlisted into the Nigerian Defence Academy as a member of the 26th Regular Course in 1979 and was commissioned as a Sub-Lieutenant in 1983. His previous appointments include: Naval Provost Marshal, Chief Staff Officer, Naval Training Command, Chief of Administration, Naval Headquarters, Flag Officer Commanding Western Naval Command and Chief of Logistics, Naval Headquarters. Until his appointment as Chief of Naval Staff, he was the Chief Executive Officer of Navy Holdings Limited.

The new Chief of Air Staff, Air Vice Marshal Abubakar (NAF/1433) hails from Bauchi State. His previous appointments include: Chief of Standards and Evaluation, NAF Headquarters; Chief of Defence Communications and Air Officer Commanding, NAF Training Command. Until his new appointment today as Chief of Air Staff, he was the Chief of Administration, NAF Headquarters.

The new Service Chiefs will hold their appointments in an acting capacity until confirmed by the Senate.

President Buhari thanks the outgoing Service Chiefs and National Security Adviser for their services to the nation and wishes them well in their future endeavours.

Femi Adesina

Special Adviser to the President

(Media & Publicity)

July 13, 2015

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You’re a great man,I celebrate you, prophet Ikuru commemorates with Sanwo-Olu as he celebrates his birthday

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By Collins Nkwocha

The foremost prophet in Nigeria,the prophetic hall of fame, prophet Godwin Ikuru of Jehovah Eye Salvation Ministry has felicitated with the governor of Lagos state and the Chairman of South West Governor’s Forum, Babajide Sanwo-Olu as today he celebrates his birthday today.

The handsome prophet maintained that the governor is an icon who has made indelible mark in Lagos as a governor “Babajide Sanwo-Olu is a great man that I love and respect,I want to commemorate with him today as he celebrates his birthday,I pray that God will continue to guide,lead and protect him because i always pray for him and i will continue to pray for him because he’s rare jewel who consolidated on the developmental plans of Lagos and made it the pride of the nation,God will continue to bless him”

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Be careful of what you eat today, prophet Ikuru sends strong message to Davido and Chioma

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In a heartwarming message,the prophetic hall of fame, prophet Godwin Ikuru, a prominent figure in the prophetic community, has extended his best wishes to Nigerian music superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, and his bride, Chioma Rowland, on their wedding day. The prophet offered his heartfelt prayers for a marriage filled with joy, love, and devoid of chaos and challenges.

Speaking to newsmen, Prophet Ikuru emphasized on the significance of vigilance in this momentous occasion. He urged the newlyweds to be cautious abou the food and drinks they consume during their celebrations to avoid any potential mishaps.

“The couple should be careful with what they eat and drink today to prevent any unforeseen circumstances,” the prophet advised. “It is essential for them to be vigilant and prayerful to guard against any evil occurrences after the wedding,I want to reiterate that I’m not giving him this message in order to magnetise his attention, neither do i need his money because God has blessed me, I’m giving him this message because God has instructed me to deliver it to him,I love him,Nigerians love”

This message highlights his concern for the well-being of Davido and Chioma, reflecting his desire for their happiness and safety as they embark on this new chapter of their lives together. His prophetic insight and blessings are meant to guide the couple towards a harmonious and prosperous future.

As Davido and Chioma celebrate their union, their fans and well-wishers across the globe join Prophet Ikuru in wishing them a lifetime of happiness, health, and unbreakable love.

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The call for the removal of the IG is unnecessary- IMAN DG

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By Collins Nkwocha

The Director General of Importers Association of Nigerian Taskforce,IMAN Amb.Chijioke Okoro has urged the president of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu to ignore the call for the removal of the IG,Kayode Egbetokun by the Police Service Commission,PSC ,stating that it’s unnecessary.

Speaking about the issue in Port-Hacourt , Rivers state,the DG maintained that the IG has been very efficient and effective “the call for the removal of the IG should be ignored because he has been efficient and effective as the IG of the Nigerian police,we shouldn’t allow internal friction and discord within the police to abruptly end the tenure of a good IG that has brought reform and discipline to the Nigerian police “.

He further stated that the Nigerian police is better now, having Egbetokun as the IG “everyone will agree with me that the IG has been stupendous and amazing,the president made the right choice and we are pleased with it without any atom of poignancy”

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