General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede
Chief of Defense Staff
Non-Partisan Ekiti State
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General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede is a senior Nigerian Army officer serving as Chief of Defence Staff — the highest professional military role in Nigeria. Born in Ikere-Ekiti, he trained at the Nigerian Defence Academy and rose through the ranks to serve as Chief of Army Staff before being appointed CDS by President Bola Tinubu in October 2025. Known for his operational experience, strategic leadership, and focus on troop welfare, he leads Nigeria’s Armed Forces in national security and defence coordination.
Education
- Nigerian Defence Academy — Member of the 39th Regular Course (BA/BSc and military training).
- Attended Holy Trinity Primary School, Ikere-Ekiti and Christ’s School, Ado-Ekiti for early education.
Professional Background
- 1987: Entered the Nigerian Defence Academy as a cadet.
- 1992: Commissioned as Second Lieutenant in the Nigerian Army.
- Served in multiple key command, staff, and operational roles including:
- Platoon Commander & Adjutant roles in infantry units
- Commandant, Amphibious Training School
- Commander, 27 Task Force Brigade
- Commander, Infantry Corps (the Army’s largest combat component)
- 2024: Appointed Acting Chief of Army Staff, later confirmed and served as substantive Chief of Army Staff.
- 2025: Elevated to Chief of Defence Staff — the highest military position in Nigeria
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