President Bola Tinubu has decorated the new service chiefs with their respective ranks, urging them to tackle terrorism and security threats in the country.
Tinubu decorated the new service chiefs at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday, October 30, 2025.
The president said the ceremony signified more than a formal decoration but a renewed commitment to ensuring peace and security for all Nigerians.
“Today’s ceremony is beyond the symbolism of decoration. It marks the beginning of our renewed effort to ensure the peace and security of all Nigerians,” Tinubu said.
The president acknowledged the sacrifices of the armed forces in defending the nation’s territorial integrity, noting that many officers had paid the ultimate price in service to the country.
He commended the military for restoring peace to previously troubled areas and rescuing kidnapped citizens, saying their efforts had significantly weakened terror groups.
The president, however, cautioned that security threats were evolving, with new armed groups emerging in parts of the North-Central, North-West, and South.
“We must not allow these new threats to fester. We must be decisive and proactive. Let us smash the new snakes right in the head,” Tinubu said.
He urged the service chiefs to leverage technology and fresh strategies to stay ahead of those who threaten national peace and stability.
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“I charge you to be innovative, pre-emptive, and courageous. Nigerians expect results, not excuses,” the president stated.
Tinubu also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting the armed forces with the resources needed to effectively execute their mandate.
“I wish you success as you take up the challenge. I promise to provide all the support you need to get the job done,” Tinubu said.
The Chief of Defence Staff, Lt.-Gen.Olufemi Oluyede, who responded on behalf of the service chiefs, assured of proper synergy in tackling the nation’s security threats.
“I want to assure Mr president and all Nigerians today that we’ll do all our utmost best to ensure that we rid Nigeria of all forms of criminality and make Nigeria safer to ensure socio-economic endeavours can thrive,” the CDS said.
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