Posted by Amarachi on Mon 03rd Mar, 2025 - tori.ng
The announcement has been met with excitement in Ileogbo, Aiyedire Local Government, and across Osun State, as Olakunle becomes one of the state’s distinguished sons to hold a key national position.
Brigadier-General Nafiu Olakunle
Brigadier-General Nafiu Olakunle has been appointed by President Bola Tinubu as the new Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).
The announcement has been met with excitement in Ileogbo, Aiyedire Local Government, and across Osun State, as Olakunle becomes one of the state’s distinguished sons to hold a key national position.
According to Western Post, his appointment is widely regarded as a recognition of his dedication and service to the nation, with expectations that his leadership will bring positive reforms to the NYSC program.
Brigadier-General Olakunle, who hails from Ileogbo, near Iwo in Osun State, previously served as Chief of Staff to the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, who passed away at age 56 on November 5, 2024, in Lagos after a period of illness.
The appointment takes immediate effect.