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Tinubu Promotes Acting Chief Of Army Staff, Oluyede To Lt Gen

President Bola Tinubu has promoted the acting Chief of Army Staff, Olufemi Oluyede to the position of Lieutenant General.

Tinubu decorated Oluyede with his new rank during a short ceremony at his office in the Presidential Villa on Tuesday.

The President commended the military for its unwavering courage, dedication and patriotism in maintaining the nation’s security.

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“It is both an honour and a privilege to decorate you today. This recognition reflects your commitment and service to the Nigerian military, which speaks volumes through your exemplary record.

“We recognise all that you have been doing to ensure the country is safe and stable,’’ the President said.

Tinubu assured the military that the government would always listen to their advice and keep the country on the path of peace and prosperity.

“We are facing challenges, but progress is being made,’’ he added.

The President attributed the success recorded in tackling terrorism and banditry to the “synergy’’ in the armed forces and urged the service chiefs to sustain harmony in their relationship for the betterment of the country.

“The synergy among you has calmed the country, and we need that stability to continue. We need to assure all citizens that prosperity is not far from them,’’ Tinubu said.

Oluyede expressed gratitude and acknowledged the solemnity of the occasion.

He reiterated his commitment to upholding the vision of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, and to maintaining peace across the country.

President Bola Tinubu haD sworn in seven new ministers to his cabinet at the Council Chamber of the State House, Abuja.

This follows their confirmation by the Senate on Thursday, during which all seven nominees were confirmed after being screened individually.

The new cabinet members took the oath of office in two batches—four in the first batch and three in the second—after their citations were read by the State House Director of Information, Abiodun Oladunjoye.

 

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