President Bola Tinubu has promoted the acting Chief of Army Staff, Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede, to the rank of Lieutenant General on Tuesday.
The President decorated Oluyede with the new rank at a brief ceremony held at the State House in Abuja.
In a statement released by the Special Adviser to Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said the President promoted the Acting COAS in recognition of his commitment and service to the Nigerian military. He also said the new Lieutenant General’s exemplary record is commendable
During the event, President Tinubu commended the military for its unwavering courage, dedication, and patriotism in maintaining the nation’s security.
“It is both an honour and a privilege to decorate you today,” the President stated.
“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 added.
President 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 noted.
Tinubu highlighted the synergy in the armed forces as the reason for the successes recorded in the fight against terrorism and insecurity in the country. He, therefore, urged the service chiefs to sustain the 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,’’ President Tinubu stated.
Lt. Gen. Oluyede expressed deep 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.
Until his appointment, Oluyede was the 56th Commander of the elite Nigerian Army’s infantry corps based in Jaji, Kaduna.
