Nigerian Army redeploys generals; Ajose heads Boko Haram op
By The BriefBrief
The Nigerian Army redeployed several senior officers to strengthen operational effectiveness in the North-east. Major-General IA Ajose will head Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), replacing Major-General AE Abubakar, who was redeployed to the Nigerian Army Heritage and Future Centre as Dean, Faculty of Operational Research.
WHO:Nigerian Army leadership and Chief of Army Staff Waidi Shaibu; Major-General IA Ajose; Major-General AE Abubakar
WHAT:The Nigerian Army redeployed top generals and appointed Major-General IA Ajose to lead Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) against Boko Haram.
WHEN:Sep 9, 2026
WHERE:Nigeria (North-east)
WHY:The deployments were approved by the Chief of Army Staff to strengthen operational effectiveness and national security.
