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, as representing a pivotal step towards strengthening the security architecture of our great nation.

The Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Christian Aburime stated that 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.

According to Aburime, Governor Soludo asserted that it is imperative for the service chiefs to engage with all stakeholders to ensure a unified approach to tackling insecurity in Nigeria and secure 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.