Ogasabi on 9am news reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved the nomination of new Directors-General for the Department of State Services (DSS) and the National Intelligence Agency (NIA). The DSS, formerly known as the SSS, will now be led by Adeola Ajayi, while Mohammed Mohammed takes the helm at the NIA. This move signals a significant reshuffle in Nigeria’s intelligence community.
Mr. Mohammed, the newly appointed Director-General of NIA, has had an illustrious career since joining the agency in 1995. His diplomatic service includes roles in Libya, the State House in Abuja, and various postings in North Korea, Pakistan, and Sudan. Mohammed, a 1990 graduate of Bayero University, Kano, brings extensive experience that is expected to enhance Nigeria’s intelligence operations.
Adeola Ajayi, the new DSS Director-General, also brings a wealth of experience. He rose through the ranks to become an Assistant Director-General, having served as the State Director in Bauchi, Enugu, Bayelsa, Rivers, and Kogi at various times. His promotion follows the resignation of the previous DSS and NIA chiefs.
Breaking news on 9am news Nigeria highlights that President Tinubu has tasked these newly appointed security chiefs with the responsibility of realigning the two intelligence agencies for better outcomes. The President expects them to use their experience to address the nation’s security challenges by working closely with sister agencies and ensuring seamless collaboration with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA).
Finally, In his remarks, the President expressed gratitude for the services rendered by the outgoing Directors-General of the DSS and NIA, He wished them success in their future endeavors. This breaking news from Ogasabi on 9am news Nigeria underscores the importance of these appointments in strengthening the nation’s security framework.
