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Tinubu writes reps, seeks Oluyede’s confirmation as COAS

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President Bola Tinubu has asked the house of representatives to confirm Olufemi Oluyede as the substantive chief of army staff (COAS).

Tinubu’s request is contained in a letter read by Tajudeen Abbas, speaker of the house of representatives, during plenary on Tuesday.

Tinubu said Oluyede’s confirmation is in accordance with the provision of section 218(2) of the 1999 constitution as amended and section 18(1) of the Armed Forces Act.

The president said the army chief’s contribution to the military and Nigeria makes him “well-suited” for the role.

He said Oluyede has been professional in his duties, adding that his confirmation should be done “expeditiously”.

On October 30, Tinubu appointed Oluyede as the acting COAS following the prolonged illness of Taoreed Lagbaja, the former army chief.

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