The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has redeployed 67 senior officers in a major leadership reshuffle aimed at strengthening operational effectiveness, improving institutional capacity and supporting ongoing military campaigns against insurgency and other security threats.
The appointments, approved on November 7 by the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Kelvin Aneke, affect officers posted to the Air Force Headquarters, operational commands, Defence Headquarters, the Office of the National Security Adviser and military training institutions.
The affected officers, all holding the rank of Air Vice Marshal, have been assigned new responsibilities across various strategic establishments.
Among the appointments, Adeniran Ademuwagun was named Chief of Transformation and Innovation, while Nnamdi Ananaba became Chief of Operations. Precious Amadi was appointed Chief of Air Intelligence, and Enebong Efiom took over as Chief of Training.
The reshuffle also affects the leadership of Operation Hadin Kai, with Garba Jibia appointed Deputy Force Commander of the joint task force fighting Boko Haram and ISWAP insurgents in the North-East.
Other appointments include new commanders for the Tactical Air Command, Mobility Command, Logistics Command, Special Operations Command and Ground Training Command.
According to the Air Force, the exercise is intended to align officers’ professional experience and competencies with the service’s operational and institutional priorities.
The affected officers are expected to assume their new positions and complete handover procedures by November 13.
The changes come as military operations continue against insurgency in the North-East and other security threats across the country.
The leadership realignment is expected to strengthen coordination, command efficiency and the deployment of airpower in support of joint military operations.
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