- Tinubu Appoints New NIA and DSS Heads Amid Security Challenges as President Bola Tinubu approves new Directors-Generals.
- Ambassador Mohammed Mohammed is appointed as the new Director-General of the NIA, bringing extensive experience from his career in foreign service since 1995.
- Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi has been appointed as the new Director-General of the DSS, having risen through the ranks to his current position.
- The appointments follow the resignations of the previous heads of the NIA and DSS, Ahmed Abubakar and Yusuf Bichi.
- President Tinubu has tasked the new leaders to enhance collaboration with sister agencies and tackle Nigeria’s pressing security challenges effectively.
President Bola Tinubu has officially designated new Directors-General for the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) and the Department of State Services (DSS), representing a noteworthy transition in leadership for these vital security organizations.
These appointments follow the resignations of the previous leaders, Ahmed Abubakar from the NIA and Yusuf Magaji Bichi from the DSS. This shift demonstrates Tinubu’s commitment to enhancing Nigeria’s intelligence capabilities in light of persistent security challenges.
Ambassador Mohammed Mohammed has been appointed as the new Director-General of the NIA. He boasts a commendable career that began in 1995, during which he has occupied various significant positions within the agency, including serving as the head of the Nigerian mission to Libya.
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His wealth of experience in foreign service, encompassing roles in North Korea, Pakistan, and Sudan, equips him to lead the NIA during this crucial time. As an alumnus of Bayero University, Kano, Mohammed’s background is anticipated to bolster the agency’s effectiveness in protecting national interests.
Meanwhile, Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi has been appointed as the new Director-General of the DSS. Ajayi has built his career within the agency, ascending through the ranks to his most recent position as Assistant Director-General. His professional history includes serving as State Director in several Nigerian states, such as Bauchi, Enugu, Bayelsa, Rivers, and Kogi. President Tinubu expressed confidence in Ajayi’s ability to effectively manage the complex dynamics of internal security in the country, highlighting the necessity of a proactive stance on security issues.
During the announcement, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu underscored the significance of collaboration between the NIA and DSS, urging the new leaders to closely cooperate with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA). He affirmed that their leadership will be pivotal in repositioning these agencies to effectively address the complex security challenges facing Nigeria. Additionally, the President expressed his appreciation to the outgoing Directors-General for their service, wishing them well in their future pursuits.
These appointments signify a strategic initiative by President Tinubu to strengthen the operational capabilities of Nigeria’s intelligence agencies. By choosing leaders with extensive experience and established records, the administration aims to promote a more coordinated and effective approach to confronting national security threats. The new directors are expected to utilize their expertise to enhance intelligence gathering and operational efficiency, thereby contributing to a safer Nigeria.
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