June 27, 2026 | SUNTV Global Channel
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has approved a major redeployment of senior officers across the Nigerian Army as part of efforts to strengthen security operations and improve the military’s response to emerging threats nationwide.
According to a statement released on Saturday, the reshuffle affects key operational, command, training, and administrative positions across the Army.
Among the appointments, Major General WM Dangana has been named the new General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3 Division Nigerian Army and Commander of Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE, while Major General EI Okoro takes over as GOC 6 Division and Land Component Commander of Joint Task Force Operation DELTA SAFE.
Major General JR Lar has been appointed Commander of Army Headquarters Garrison, while Brigadier General OM Oyekola becomes Acting Military Secretary (Army). Brigadier General I Waziri will continue serving as Chief of Staff in the Office of the Chief of Army Staff.
The redeployment also includes new appointments to key field commands, training institutions, intelligence units, and the Nigerian Army Space Command as part of efforts to enhance operational readiness and improve coordination across the force.
Lieutenant General Shaibu urged the newly appointed officers to justify the confidence placed in them by demonstrating professionalism, innovation, discipline, and commitment to duty.
The Nigerian Army said the reshuffle forms part of its ongoing transformation agenda aimed at building a more professional, combat-ready, and people-oriented force capable of effectively addressing Nigeria’s evolving security challenges.
The military reaffirmed its commitment to defending the nation’s sovereignty, protecting lives and property, and supporting civil authorities in maintaining peace and security across the country.
