Emmanuel Ogalla

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Emmanuel Ogalla
Chief of the Naval Staff
In office
23 June 2023 24 October 2025
Military service
AllegianceFlag of Nigeria.svg Nigeria
Branch/serviceNaval Ensign of Nigeria.svg  Nigerian Navy
Years of service1987–2025
Rank Nigeria-Navy-OF-8.svg Vice Admiral

Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla (born 20 December 1968) is a Nigerian Navy vice admiral who was the Chief of the Naval Staff of Nigeria. [1] He was appointed by President Bola Tinubu on 19 June 2023 and served till 24 October 2025.

Early life and education

Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla was born on 20 December 1968 in Enugu State, Southeast Nigeria. [1] He obtained the West African School Certificate from the Nigerian Military School, Zaria in 1987. He obtained BSc in mathematics and an MSc in strategic studies from the University of Ibadan. [1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 "Ogalla, Abubakar, Egbetokun, Lagbaja, Musa - Meet Nigeria new Service Chiefs". BBC News Pidgin. Retrieved 20 June 2023.