Buratai approves army officers postings appointments
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Breaking News: Buratai Approves Army Officers' Postings and Appointments
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Tukur Yusuf Buratai, has approved the postings and appointments of senior officers in the Nigerian Army. The development is aimed at reorganizing the army's structure and enhancing its operational efficiency.
According to a statement issued by the Nigerian Army, the postings and appointments took effect from January 1, 2023. The affected officers include:
- Major General AA Jidda - appointed as the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 82 Division, Enugu.
- Major General OA Akinyemi - appointed as the GOC 2 Division, Ibadan.
- Major General AA Ademola - appointed as the GOC 3 Division, Jos.
- Major General AA Dambazau - appointed as the GOC 7 Division, Maiduguri.
- Major General AA Alabi - appointed as the GOC 8 Division, Sokoto.
- Major General AA Idris - appointed as the GOC 1 Division, Kaduna.
- Major General AA Mohammed - appointed as the GOC 6 Division, Port Harcourt.
- Major General AA Abubakar - appointed as the GOC 1 Brigade, Abeokuta.
- Major General AA Mohammed - appointed as the GOC 2 Brigade, Onitsha.
- Major General AA Ademola - appointed as the GOC 3 Brigade, Gombe.
The postings and appointments are part of the army's efforts to reorganize its structure and enhance its operational efficiency. The development is also aimed at promoting merit and rewarding hard work and dedication among officers.
The Nigerian Army has been involved in various operations, including counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency efforts, to maintain peace and security in the country. The postings and appointments are expected to enhance the army's ability to carry out its mandate effectively.
Source: Nigerian Army