In a move aimed at strengthening forest and environmental security across Enugu State, Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah has approved the appointment of Colonel Dan Didiugwu (rtd) as Chairman of the Enugu State Forest Guard and DCP Olamitisoji Akinbamilayo, PhD (rtd) as the new Commander. The appointment of the Commander takes immediate effect, while that of the Chairman awaits confirmation by the State House of Assembly. The government also announced the abolition of the former State Coordinator position, reaffirming its commitment to a more professional and responsive security structure.
ENUGU STATE GOVERNMENT
OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY TO THE STATE GOVERNMENT
GOVERNMENT HOUSE, ENUGU
20th June 2025
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
GOVERNOR MBAH APPROVES APPOINTMENT OF NEW LEADERSHIP FOR ENUGU STATE FOREST GUARD
The Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, has approved the appointment of *Colonel Dan Didiugwu (rtd) as the Chairman of the Enugu State Forest Guard*, and *DCP Olamitisoji Akinbamilayo, PhD (rtd) as the Commander of the Enugu State Forest Guard*.
The appointment of the Chairman of the Forest Guard Board, which is subject to confirmation by the Enugu State House of Assembly, and that of the Commander of the Forest Guard, which takes effect immediately, are part of the State Government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen and professionalize forest and environmental security operations across Enugu State, in alignment with its commitment to safeguarding lives, property, and natural resources.
It is further announced that the office of Commander of the Forest Guard supersedes the previously existing position of State Coordinator, which is now abolished.
The State Government expresses confidence in the capacity and experience of both Colonel Didiugwu and DCP Akinbamilayo to reposition the Forest Guard into a highly responsive and efficient outfit.
Signed:
Prof. Chidiebere Onyia
Secretary to the State Government
