In a major shake-up of Nigeria’s security leadership, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sacked the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, along with several other service chiefs.
The decision was announced on Friday, October 24, 2025, through a statement released by the Presidency. The move, according to sources, is part of efforts to strengthen the country’s security system and address the growing challenges of terrorism, banditry, and internal insecurity.
President Tinubu also announced new appointments to head the nation’s armed forces, signaling what many believe is a fresh attempt to reorganize Nigeria’s defence strategy and bring in new energy to the fight against insecurity.
General Musa, who was appointed in 2023, served for a little over two years. During his tenure, the military intensified operations against Boko Haram, ISWAP, and other violent groups in the North-East and North-West regions.
While the reasons for the sack were not detailed, political analysts say the change may be connected to the recent rise in attacks and public pressure on the government to show stronger results in the security sector.
The Presidency stated that the new appointments take immediate effect.
Many Nigerians have taken to social media to share mixed reactions — some praising the President for acting boldly, while others urge consistency and accountability among the new service chiefs.
In summary:
President Tinubu’s decision marks another bold step in reshaping Nigeria’s military leadership. Whether this change will bring better results in the fight against insecurity remains to be seen — but it’s clear that the President is demanding fresh ideas and stronger performance.
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