President Tinubu thanked the outgoing Directors-General for their service to the nation and wished them success in their future endeavors.
Abuja, Nigeria – President Bola Tinubu has announced the appointment of new Directors-General for the Department of State Services (DSS) and the National Intelligence Agency (NIA).
According to a statement released by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President, Ambassador Mohammed Mohammed will take the helm as the new Director-General of the NIA, replacing Rufai Abubakar. Meanwhile, Mr. Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi has been appointed as the new Director-General of the DSS.
The President expects the new appointees to bring their expertise to bear in tackling the country’s security challenges through enhanced collaboration with other agencies and alignment with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA).
Profiles of the New Appointees
Ambassador Mohammed, a seasoned foreign service officer, has had a distinguished career spanning over two decades. He joined the NIA in 1995 and has served in various roles, including as the head of the Nigerian mission to Libya.
Mr. Ajayi, the new DSS Director-General, has risen through the ranks, serving as State Director in several states, including Bauchi, Enugu, Bayelsa, Rivers, and Kogi.
Resignation of Previous Chiefs
The new appointments follow the resignation of the previous NIA and DSS chiefs.
President Tinubu thanked the outgoing Directors-General for their service to the nation and wished them success in their future endeavors.
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