Breaking: Tinubu Releases Personal Statement After Sacking Service Chiefs Amid Alleged Coup Attempt
- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has released a personal statement after sacking service chiefs in the country
- Legit.ng reports that President Tinubu announced the sack of the service chiefs on Friday, October 24, 2025
- The sack of the service is coming amid an alleged coup attempt to overthrow the government of President Tinubu
Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues
FCT, Abuja - President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has released a personal statement after approving changes in the hierarchy of the Nigerian Armed Forces.
Legit.ng earlier reported that President Tinubu announced the sacking of service chiefs, including the Chief of Defence Staff, Christopher Musa.
Source: Facebook
President Tinubu said the decision is to further strengthen the national security architecture.
Tinubu made this known in a statement issued via his X handle @officialABAT on Friday, October 24, 2025.
“General Olufemi Oluyede is appointed Chief of Defence Staff, Major-General W. Shaibu becomes Chief of Army Staff, Air Vice Marshal S.K. Aneke is Chief of Air Staff, and Rear Admiral I. Abbas is the new Chief of Naval Staff, while Major-General E.A.P. Undiendeye retains his role as Chief of Defence Intelligence.”
Tinubu appreciated General Christopher Musa and the outgoing Service Chiefs for their selfless service and dedicated leadership.
"I charge the new Service Chiefs to deepen professionalism, vigilance, and unity within our Armed Forces as they serve our nation with honour."
Nigerians react as Tinubu sacks service chiefs
@isah_muaaz
Military reshuffles in Nigeria usually happen before two things: a major offensive or a major election.
Since we’re not voting soon, it’s safe to assume something’s brewing in the security space, or in the political one.
@yngnotorious
So at this point, I think the coup rumors were literally true.
No Independence Day parade
Coup attempt rumors
Sacking of service chiefs
All in the same month.
@olubunmifadiora
Looking at the shifts unfolding across the region, it’s fair to see this as more than just a personnel change. The President’s decision feels intentional, a quiet but strategic recalibration aimed at reinforcing Nigeria’s defence posture and sustaining stability amid evolving regional dynamics.
@freshatiti
Mr President, Sir, if your NSA, and Defense Minister, and Director of intelligence are not performing, can you change them right away? There is no need to keep them around. The insecurity is becoming alarming.
@emmaify2015
This is long overdue, considering the high rate of insecurity in the country. The Police IG needs to go too. We need fresh and young officers who are willing to make the country proud.
Things to know about new service chiefs
Recall that President Tinubu approved a sweeping reshuffle of Nigeria’s military leadership
Four new service chiefs have been appointed, including General Olufemi Oluyede as Chief of Defence Staff and Major General W. Shaibu as Chief of Army Staff.
The move signals a strategic recalibration of the Armed Forces after alleged coup plots, with only the Chief of Defence Intelligence retaining his position.
Full List of Military Coups in Nigeria
Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that Nigeria’s political history is steeped in military coups that have reshaped its leadership and tested its democratic resilience.
From the bloody upheaval of 1966 to the rumoured 2025 plot, each coup reflects deep-rooted tensions and shifting power dynamics.
This report revisits the most pivotal coups in Nigeria’s history, offering context, consequences.
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