In a major shake-up within Nigeria's security leadership, President Bola Tinubu has replaced Yusuf Bichi, the former Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS). This decision reportedly stems from allegations that Bichi was obstructing efforts to effectively combat terrorism in the country.
According to sources, National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu raised concerns that Bichi's actions were undermining the implementation of key security directives aimed at addressing national security threats. This prompted President Tinubu to appoint Adeola Ajayi, a highly experienced intelligence officer, as the new Director-General of the DSS. Ajayi's extensive background in intelligence and his steady rise through the ranks have earned him recognition as a "thoroughbred" professional.
In addition to this change, President Tinubu has also appointed Mohammed Mohammed as the new Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA). Mohammed, a veteran in foreign service, has held several significant positions, including leading the Nigerian Mission to Libya.
These changes are part of the President's broader strategy to enhance coordination among security agencies and address the nation's complex security challenges more effectively. President Tinubu has called on the newly appointed security chiefs to bring fresh energy and collaboration to their roles, ensuring that the fight against terrorism and other threats is conducted with renewed vigor.
The President also expressed his gratitude to the outgoing leaders for their service and wished them well in their future endeavors. This move is widely seen as a critical step towards strengthening Nigeria's security apparatus and ensuring a more unified approach to tackling the country's pressing security issues.
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