The Presidency on Wednesday expressed satisfaction with the Senate’s swift confirmation of the newly appointed Service Chiefs, describing the development as a sign of strong collaboration between the Executive and the Legislature.
In a personally signed statement, the Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Senate Matters, Senator Basheer Lado, commended the Senate for its smooth screening and prompt approval of the appointments.
“As the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters, I facilitated this crucial interface to ensure a seamless and coordinated engagement between the Executive and the Legislature, in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to effective governance and national security,” Lado said.
He noted that the appointments of Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede as Chief of Defence Staff, Major Gen. Waidi Shaibu as Chief of Army Staff, AVM Sunday K. Aneke as Chief of Air Staff, and Rear Admiral Idi Abbas as Chief of Naval Staff represent a strategic move to strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture and foster synergy among the Armed Forces.
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Senator Lado further extended appreciation to the President of the Senate, the Senate leadership, and all Distinguished Senators for their “prompt and thorough consideration” of the nominees.
“Their commitment underscores the robust collaboration between the Executive and the Legislature in advancing the national interest and ensuring the security and stability of our dear nation,” he added.
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