President Bola Tinubu has made a landmark decision by appointing Folashade Arinola Adekaiyaoja as the first female Deputy Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS).
This historic move has been widely praised by both current and retired DSS officers, who see it as a step toward restoring professionalism and efficiency in the service.
Reforms and Restructuring within the DSS
The appointment is part of a broader effort to restructure the DSS for improved operational efficiency.
Traditionally, the DSS operates with three Deputy Directors-General, and Adekaiyaoja’s appointment signals a significant shift in the agency’s hierarchy.
Sources reveal that the presidential approval was made based on the recommendation of the DSS Director-General, Mr. Oluwatosin Ajayi, through the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, and in line with the service’s established regulations.
A Step Forward for Professionalism in the DSS
Adekaiyaoja, a Kogi State native, has been celebrated for her qualifications and leadership qualities. Her appointment marks a momentous occasion for the agency and has been warmly received by many within the DSS, who believe she is eminently qualified to lead this critical division.
Tinubu’s Vision for Strengthened National Security
This appointment aligns with President Tinubu’s ongoing efforts to improve Nigeria’s national security.
During the investiture ceremony of the National Institute for Security Studies (NISS) in December 2024, the President committed to providing security agencies with advanced Artificial Intelligence-powered equipment to enhance their effectiveness in addressing security challenges across the nation.
In August 2024, DSS Director-General Mr. Ajayi had also promised sweeping reforms to make the DSS one of the most efficient covert security agencies in the world.
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