The Nigerian Army has announced a major shake-up involving the redeployment and appointment of several senior officers, including new General Officers Commanding (GOCs) and key formation commanders. The reshuffle affects operational commands, training institutions and strategic staff positions as part of efforts to boost national security and improve operational effectiveness across the country.thesourceng+1
Under the new postings, Major General W.M. Dangana has been appointed GOC 3 Division of the Nigerian Army and Commander of Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace, replacing Major General E.F. Oyinlola. Major General E.I. Okoro will now serve as GOC 6 Division and Land Component Commander of Joint Task Force South-South Operation Delta Safe, taking over from Major General E.E. Emeka.vop+1
Major General J.R. Lar has been named Commander, Army Headquarters Garrison, one of the service’s key administrative and operational hubs. In the Army headquarters, Brigadier General O.M. Oyekola has been appointed Acting Military Secretary (Army), a role that oversees postings, promotions and career management of officers.thesourceng+1
As part of the reorganisation at formation level, Brigadier General I.B. Buhari has been appointed Commander, Headquarters 63 Brigade, while Brigadier General K. Rabiu will now head Headquarters 31 Artillery Brigade. These changes are aimed at strengthening frontline commands involved in internal security and counterinsurgency operations.vop+1
In a notable move reflecting the army’s focus on technology and emerging threats, Major General S.A. Emmanuel has been appointed Commander of the Nigerian Army Space Command. The Space Command is expected to play a growing role in surveillance, communications and other high-tech support for ground operations.thesourceng+1
The shake-up also covers key training and support institutions. Major General S.O. Adejimi is now Commandant of the Nigerian Army School of Supply and Transport, while Major General F.S. Etim has been appointed Chief of Training at Headquarters Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC), Nigerian Army. Other senior officers were posted to roles such as Deputy Commandant of the National Defence College, Commandant of the Nigerian Army Armour School and Commandant of Depot Nigerian Army, Zaria.vop+1
According to the army, the postings, approved by the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, take effect between June 9 and June 23, 2026. The service said the changes are part of routine adjustments intended to deepen force readiness, optimise leadership and align commands with current security priorities.
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