The Presidency has released the official curriculum vitae of the newly appointed Service Chiefs, showcasing their academic credentials, military experience, and distinguished careers across the Nigerian Armed Forces.
The profiles, released by the Office of the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, detail the rich backgrounds of the Chief of Defence Staff, Chief of Army Staff, Chief of Naval Staff, Chief of Air Staff, and Chief of Defence Intelligence.
Chief of Defence Staff — Lieutenant General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede
Born on June 21, 1968, in Ikere-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Lt. Gen. Oluyede was commissioned into the Infantry Corps in 1992. A member of the 39th Regular Course of the Nigerian Defence Academy, he holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Economics.
Throughout his career, he has commanded several formations, including the 27 Task Force Brigade and 6 Division, and served as Commandant of the Amphibious Training School. He became the 29th Chief of Army Staff in 2024 before his elevation as Chief of Defence Staff.
He has participated in multiple national and international operations, notably ECOMOG, Operation LAFIYA DOLE, and Operation HADIN KAI. His leadership is credited with modernising equipment, improving troop welfare, and restructuring army formations to meet evolving security needs.
Chief of Army Staff — Major General Waidi Shaibu
Born on December 18, 1971, in Olamaboro, Kogi State, Maj. Gen. Shaibu is an alumnus of the Nigerian Defence Academy (41st Regular Course).
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He holds multiple degrees, including a Master’s in Strategic Studies from the University of Ibadan and another in Security and Strategic Studies from the National Defence University, Washington D.C.
He has commanded various army formations, including the 21 Special Armoured Brigade and 7 Division, and served as Theatre Commander of Operation HADIN KAI. His numerous honours include the Distinguished Service Star, Field Command Medal, and Purple Heart Medal for Counter-Insurgency Operations.
Chief of Naval Staff — Rear Admiral Idi Abbas
Rear Admiral Idi Abbas, born on September 20, 1969, hails from Kano State and was commissioned as a midshipman in 1992.
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A member of the 40th Regular Course, he has served as Flag Officer Commanding, Central Naval Command, Yenagoa, where he led efforts against oil theft and maritime piracy.
He is widely respected for his professionalism, integrity, and leadership, and currently brings his strategic experience to national defence policy formulation.
Chief of Air Staff — Air Vice Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke
Born on February 20, 1972, in Makurdi, Benue State, AVM Aneke is from Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State. He joined the Nigerian Defence Academy in 1988 and was commissioned into the Nigerian Air Force in 1993.
He holds a B.Sc. in Physics, several master’s degrees—including in International Affairs and Diplomacy and Political Economy—and a PhD (in view).
AVM Aneke has commanded several operational units, served with the UN Peacekeeping Mission in Congo, and accumulated over 4,300 flying hours on multiple aircraft types.
His medals include the Grand Service Star, Distinguished Service Star, and Field Command Medal.
Chief of Defence Intelligence — Major General Emmanuel Akomaye Parker Undiandeye
Born on September 2, 1968, in Obudu, Cross River State, Maj. Gen. Undiandeye is a graduate of the Nigerian Defence Academy and the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst, UK.
He holds a Master’s in Strategic Security Studies and has attended top military and intelligence institutions globally, including Harvard Kennedy School and the National Defence University, Washington D.C.
His international experience includes roles at the United Nations Mission in Liberia, UN Headquarters in New York, and the UN Interim Security Force for Abyei.
He assumed command as the 17th Chief of Defence Intelligence in June 2023.
The Presidency noted that the appointees bring decades of operational experience, strategic expertise, and proven leadership to their new roles as they take charge of Nigeria’s defence and security architecture.
