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The appointments, approved by the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, followed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s approval for the creation of four additional divisions.

In a statement on Wednesday, Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Col. Apollonia Anele, said the development was aimed at strengthening national security and improving the Army’s operational effectiveness.

She said the new divisions would commence operations after attaining Initial Operational Capability, IOC, while efforts would continue towards achieving Full Operational Capability, FOC.

According to Anele, the expansion would strengthen command and control, improve operational coordination and facilitate faster deployment of troops and resources in response to emerging security threats.

Under the new structure, 1 Division, Kaduna, will cover Kaduna, Kano, Katsina and Jigawa states, while 2 Division, Ibadan, will oversee Oyo, Osun, Ekiti and Ondo states.

The 3 Division, Jos, will cover Plateau, Bauchi and Gombe states, while the newly established 5 Division, Makurdi, will be responsible for Benue, Nasarawa and Kogi states.

The 6 Division, Port Harcourt, will cover Rivers, Akwa Ibom and Cross River states, while 7 Division, Maiduguri, and 8 Division, Sokoto, will retain responsibility for Borno-Yobe and Sokoto-Kebbi-Zamfara respectively.

The newly created 9 Division, Ilorin, will cover Kwara and Niger states, while 10 Division, Jalingo, will oversee Taraba and Adamawa. The 81 Division, Lagos, and 82 Division, Enugu, will retain their existing areas of responsibility.

The 83 Division, headquartered in Benin City, will cover Edo, Delta and Bayelsa states when activated later in the year.

To lead the new formations, Major General Yakubu Yahaya has been redeployed to 9 Division, Ilorin, as GOC and Commander, Operation SAVANNA SHIELD.

Major General Chinedu Ralph Nnebeife was appointed GOC 10 Division, Jalingo, while Major General Moses Gara will head 5 Division, Makurdi, and simultaneously serve as Commander, Operation WHIRL STROKE.

Major General Auwalu Mahmuda has also been redeployed to 2 Division, Ibadan, as GOC.

Charging the new commanders to justify the confidence reposed in them, Lt. Gen. Shaibu urged them to “provide visionary leadership, sustain operational momentum and uphold the highest standards of professionalism, discipline and mission effectiveness.”

The COAS described the creation of the additional divisions as “a historic milestone in the transformation of the Nigerian Army,” saying it would strengthen command and control, border security and the deployment of troops against emerging threats.

The Army expressed confidence that the expanded structure would strengthen joint and multi-agency operations and contribute to restoring lasting peace, security and stability across the country.

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The development was announced on Thursday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.

According to the Presidency, the expansion is aimed at improving the Army’s operational capacity and response to Nigeria’s changing security challenges.

Under the new structure, four additional divisions will be established in Makurdi, Ilorin, Jalingo and Benin City.

The existing divisions are located in Kaduna, Ibadan, Jos, Port Harcourt, Maiduguri, Sokoto, Lagos and Enugu.

The Presidency said the new formations would strengthen command and control, improve border security and protect critical national infrastructure.

It added that the expansion would also boost counter-insurgency operations and enable faster military response to emerging threats across the country.

“The expanded force structure is part of the administration’s sustained investment in the Armed Forces,” the Presidency said, noting that the investment also covers modern military equipment, improved troop welfare and force modernisation.

The new 5 Division in Makurdi will oversee Benue, Nasarawa and Kogi states, while the 9 Division in Ilorin will cover Kwara and Niger states.

The 10 Division in Jalingo will be responsible for Taraba and Adamawa states, while the 83 Division in Benin City will cover Edo, Delta and Bayelsa states.

Implementation of the new structure will be in two phases, with the first phase involving the 5, 9 and 10 Divisions and reorganisation of existing formations expected to be completed by September 2026.

The second phase, which includes the establishment of the 83 Division and further restructuring, is expected to be completed by December 2026.

President Tinubu commended the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Ibrahim Shuaibu, and officers and soldiers of the Nigerian Army for their service, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to ensuring that the Armed Forces remain well-equipped, motivated and ready to defend Nigeria.

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The handing and taking over ceremony was held on Friday, July 17, 2026, at the Maxwell Khobe Cantonment, Rukuba Barracks, Jos, marking a new phase in the leadership of the Division.

Major General Dangana takes over the command at a time when the Nigerian Army continues to intensify efforts to tackle security challenges and strengthen peace operations within its area of responsibility.

The brief but significant ceremony was attended by senior military officers and personnel, who witnessed the formal transfer of command from the outgoing GOC to his successor.

Major General Oyinlola, who served as GOC for 18 months, handed over the leadership of the Division after overseeing several operational and administrative activities during his tenure.

The new GOC is expected to build on the achievements of his predecessor while sustaining ongoing military operations aimed at enhancing security and stability.

The change of command underscores the Nigerian Army’s tradition of orderly leadership transition and continuity in the discharge of its constitutional responsibilities.

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Nandap stated this on Friday during the official launch of the PERMIS Framework, the signing of Directorate Performance Bonds and the investiture of PERMIS Ambassadors and Focal Persons at the Service Headquarters in Abuja.

She said the Service was committed to entrenching a culture of excellence driven by measurable performance and accountability.

“The successful implementation of PERMIS will strengthen institutional efficiency and align the Nigeria Immigration Service with the Federal Government’s Public Service Performance Management reforms,” she said.

The Comptroller-General added that the framework would deepen accountability across the Service while promoting continuous improvement in service delivery.

“We remain committed to fostering a high-performance culture anchored on measurable outcomes, accountability and continuous improvement,” Nandap stated.

The event also featured the formal launch of the PERMIS Framework and the signing of Performance Bonds by heads of all directorates of the Service, signifying their commitment to achieving clearly defined institutional targets and delivering measurable results.

Earlier, the Deputy Comptroller-General in charge of Planning, Research and Statistics, DM Bagari, described the PERMIS Framework as a strategic tool for institutional excellence, performance monitoring and improved service delivery.

According to him, the initiative is designed to strengthen institutional performance while ensuring greater efficiency in the discharge of the Service’s responsibilities.

The programme also witnessed the investiture of PERMIS Ambassadors and Focal Persons who will drive the implementation and monitoring of the framework across the Nigeria Immigration Service.

The Service said the initiative reaffirmed its commitment to institutional transformation, transparency and the delivery of efficient, accountable and citizen-centred immigration services.

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Air Marshal Aneke spoke on Monday during the Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) 2026 in Port Harcourt, where President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima.

Congratulating the Nigerian Army on its 163rd anniversary, the Air Chief paid tribute to generations of soldiers who have defended Nigeria with dedication and honour.

He recalled the exploits of Nigerian troops during the 1941 East African Campaign in the Second World War, saying their bravery remains a source of pride for the military.

“The exceptional bravery, resilience and professionalism demonstrated by those gallant soldiers laid a proud foundation that continues to inspire today’s Nigerian Army,” he said.

The Air Chief said the partnership between the Nigerian Air Force and the Nigerian Army has remained crucial in the fight against terrorism and other security threats.

According to him, the Air Force continues to provide intelligence, surveillance, air mobility, precision strikes and close air support to enhance the effectiveness of ground operations.

He noted that the ceremony also showcased the strong collaboration between both services, as a Nigerian Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft deployed military skydivers during the event.

Air Marshal Aneke congratulated the Chief of Army Staff, officers, soldiers, veterans and their families for their patriotism and unwavering commitment to national service.

He reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force’s commitment to strengthening joint operations, stressing that unity, professionalism and closer cooperation among the Armed Forces remain key to overcoming Nigeria’s security challenges and securing lasting peace.

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The appointments, announced in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Secretary to the State Government, Arc. Samuel N. Jatau, take immediate effect.

According to the statement, retired Brigadier General Nash Yakubu has been appointed Coordinator of Operation Rainbow, Plateau State’s homegrown security outfit.

The government said the retired Army officer had a distinguished 35-year military career, participating in several local and international operations, including the MASSOB and IPOB crises, peacekeeping missions in Sierra Leone and Sudan, as well as counter-insurgency operations in Nigeria’s North-East.

The Governor also redeployed retired Brigadier General Gakji Shipi Goshwe from Operation Rainbow to serve as Coordinator of the Safe School Programme.

The statement noted that Goshwe, a recipient of several military merit awards, previously served as Acting Coordinator of Operation Rainbow while also doubling as the Governor’s Special Adviser on Security.

Similarly, retired Major General Bala A. Isandu was appointed Special Adviser on Security.

Before his appointment, Isandu served as Senior Special Assistant, Intelligence, to the Minister of Defence and also held the position of Director at the Defence Intelligence Agency, with extensive experience in both local and international military assignments.

The state government said the appointments are aimed at strengthening Plateau’s security architecture, improving the protection of lives and property, and enhancing the safety of educational institutions across the state.

Governor Mutfwang congratulated the appointees and expressed confidence in their wealth of experience, professionalism and dedication to duty. He urged them to deploy their expertise in advancing his administration’s vision of a peaceful, secure and prosperous Plateau State.

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The graduation ceremony took place at the Regiment Training Centre Annex (RTCA) in Bauchi after the participants successfully completed months of intensive training.

Speaking at the event on behalf of the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, the Chief of Training, Air Vice Marshal AY Dari, congratulated the graduates on their achievement.

He urged them to remain professional, disciplined and courageous while carrying out their responsibilities in service to the nation.

“The strength of any fighting force lies not only in its equipment but in the quality, discipline and determination of its personnel,” he said.

The Chief of the Air Staff reminded the graduates that they now belong to an elite group entrusted with protecting the country and defending its sovereignty.

“You are now part of an elite cadre entrusted with critical responsibilities in safeguarding our nation,” he stated.

He further charged them to stay focused on their missions and uphold the core values of the Nigerian Air Force in every assignment.

The Special Forces Course exposed participants to rigorous physical, mental and tactical exercises designed to build leadership skills, teamwork, adaptability and combat effectiveness.

Earlier, the Commandant of the Regiment Training Centre Annex, Squadron Leader EL Akpan, praised the leadership of the Chief of the Air Staff for supporting Special Forces training and personnel development.

He reaffirmed the centre’s dedication to producing highly skilled personnel, saying it remains committed to training “resilient and mission-ready personnel capable of undertaking specialised operations across diverse theatres.”

One of the highlights of the ceremony was a display of tactical demonstrations by the graduating personnel, including obstacle crossing drills, commando self-defence techniques and air assault operations, showcasing their combat readiness and newly acquired skills.

Senior military officers, representatives of sister security agencies and other dignitaries attended the ceremony, which underscored the Nigerian Air Force’s commitment to human capacity development and operational excellence in tackling the nation’s security challenges.

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The new soldiers were formally inducted during the Passing Out Parade held on Saturday at the Depot Nigerian Army, Zaria, Kaduna State, marking the successful completion of months of intensive military training.

Addressing the recruits, the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, charged them to be courageous and decisive in confronting terrorists and other criminal elements threatening the nation’s peace and security.

He said the recruits had undergone rigorous military training, including Counter-Terrorism and Counter-Insurgency operations, and were now ready to contribute meaningfully to efforts aimed at safeguarding Nigeria.

“The Nigerian Army remains committed to denying criminal elements any safe haven across the country,” the Army Chief said.

Lieutenant General Shaibu, however, reminded the newly inducted soldiers that all military operations must be conducted professionally and in line with established rules.

“All operations must be carried out in strict adherence to the Rules of Engagement and the Law of Armed Conflict,” he stated.

The Army Chief also acknowledged the support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, in strengthening the operational capacity of the military. He noted that Nigerians expect the new soldiers to demonstrate discipline, excellence, and loyalty to the Constitution.

He further warned the recruits against the misuse of social media, stressing that careless online activities and the unauthorized release of sensitive information could jeopardize military operations and national security.

Reaffirming the Nigerian Army’s commitment to protecting lives and property, Lieutenant General Shaibu expressed confidence that the soldiers would play a key role in ongoing offensives against insecurity. Out of the 6,001 recruits who began the training programme, 5,876 successfully completed the course and participated in the Passing Out Parade.

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He attended both Magajin o Rafi and Shehu Kangiwa primary schools in Sokoto and Argungu respectively between 1976 -1982, and later obtained his Secondary School Leaving Certificate from Ahmadu Bello Academy Farfaru Sokoto State from 1982-1987.

He proceeded to University Sokoto, now Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto, from 1987 – 1992 where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Political Science. He also did his mandatory National Youth Service at Community High School Esie-Irepodun LGA of Kwara State in the 1993-1994 service year.

He worked briefly with Kebbi State Broadcasting Corporation as an administrative officer and later served as Secretary to the Board of Governors between 1995 – August 1996.

He was appointed into the Nigeria Police Force as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police on 15 August, 1996, and trained at the Nigeria Police Academy Wudil-Kano. He was commissioned as Assistant Superintendent of Police 1 on 6 May, 1998.

He served in various Commands and Formations including Bayelsa, Nasarawa, Enugu, Kano, Rivers, Delta, FCT and Force Headquarters, and also served in the United Nation Mission in East Timor (UNMIT) in 2007 and internationally.

His professional trainings include Advanced Detective Course (ADC/41/2001) at Police Staff College Jos and Community Policing Developers Course No.3/2005 at Police College Orji-River Enugu.

He also attended Tactical Leadership and Command Course (TLCC41/2016) at PSC Jos, Policy Leadership and Strategy Studies Course 27/2017 at NIPSS-Kuru Jos, and Senior Officers Course at Ghanzhour Police Academy PR-China in 2016.

Further trainings include Border Security Course at Brescia-Milan Police College Italy in 2018, Negotiation with Terrorist Course at Krasnodar Russian Federation in 2018, and Counter Terrorism Coordinator Course (CT SECCO-ONSA) between 2019-2020.

He also obtained an Advance Diploma in Policing Studies from the UK Policing Center of Excellence in 2019.

He has held key positions including District Officer at Igbogene Police Station Bayelsa, Traffic Officer in Nasarawa and Keffi Divisions, Unit/2i/c Commander No.3 Squadron Police Mobile Force Enugu, and In charge General Investigation Department Kano.

He also served as Divisional Police Officer Bichi Division Kano, Dili Sea Port Commander in East Timor, Commander Special Protection Unit SPU Base 7 Abuja, Staff Officer at the Force Secretary’s Office, Squadron Commander No. 57 Squadron Ukana Akwa Ibom, In charge Anti-Robbery Operations Zone 7 Abuja, and Assistant Force Secretary in charge of Disciplinary Matters, Posting and Transfers.

He is currently the Deputy Force Secretary at the Office of the Force Secretary, Nigeria Police Force Headquarters Abuja. He is a member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), Gamji Members Association Kebbi State Professionals Forum, and a participant of Senior Executive Course 47 at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru Jos. He is happily married and blessed with four children, and enjoys traveling, gardening, sports and sightseeing at leisure.

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The move, according to military authorities, is aimed at strengthening ongoing operations and restoring calm in affected communities across the state.

In a statement issued by the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force, Operation ENDURING PEACE, Captain Chinonso Polycarp Oteh, the reinforcement is expected to support troops already on ground in de-escalating tensions and restoring law and order.

The statement noted that the newly deployed troops were drawn from formations in Abuja and Kaduna, with a clear mandate to protect lives and property as well as ensure the safety of residents.

While addressing the troops at the Headquarters of the Joint Task Force in Jos, the COAS urged them to remain professional, disciplined, and firm in dealing with criminal elements threatening public safety.

He assured the personnel that adequate logistics and combat support have been put in place to enable them carry out their mission effectively.

The development follows a recent attack in Jos, where gunmen opened fire at a busy junction, killing several people, including students and staff of the University of Jos.

In the aftermath of the incident, tensions escalated in parts of the city, with reports of sporadic violence in surrounding areas.

Governor of Plateau State, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, described the attack as unexpected, noting that both residents and security personnel were caught off guard after a prolonged period of relative peace.

According to the governor, the attackers appeared to have studied the behaviour of residents before launching the assault, disguising their operation in a manner that initially misled the public.

Authorities have since increased security presence across affected areas, while urging residents to remain calm and cooperate with security agencies.

The military expressed confidence that the additional deployment will significantly improve ongoing efforts to restore peace and stability in Plateau State.

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