Leadership Structure 

The Nigerian Forest Security Service (NFSS), formerly known as the Nigerian Hunters and Forest Security Service (NHFSS), operates with a structured leadership to manage its nationwide operations effectively. This structure is designed to ensure a clear chain of command and specialized oversight for various functions.

At the very top, the organization is led by the **Commander General (CG)**. Supporting the Commander General are several **Deputy Commander Generals (DCGs)**, each responsible for specific bureaus or departments. Below the DCGs are Assistant Commander Generals (ACGs) who may head specific zones or smaller bureaus.

Here's a breakdown of the leadership structure and key known positions:

** National Leadership:**

* **Commander General (CG):**

    * **Amb. (Dr.) Joshua Osatimehin** (The overall head of the NFSS, responsible for national strategy, policy, and advocacy).

* **Deputy Commander Generals (DCGs):** These individuals oversee major national bureaus and are direct reports to the Commander General.

    * **DCG Intelligence:** Dr. John Metchie

    * **DCG Community Service Bureau:** Prof. Edwin C. Opara

    * **DCG Patrol & Guard:** Major Sunday Akpa (Rtd)

    * **DCG Education:** Prof. Nelson Fashina

    * **DCG Training:** Major Dr. A. A. Muhammad (Rtd)

    * **DCG Administration:** Barr. Lawrence Okonkwo

    * **DCG Community and Chieftaincy Bureau of the Federation:** Obi, Dr. Ibegbunan Isichie

* **Assistant Commander Generals (ACGs):** These can lead specific regional zones or specialized departments.

    * **ACG Human Resources, South East:** Bonaventure Enemali

    * **Zonal Commander North-East:** ACG Haruna Umaru Hammanjoda Furo

    * **Zonal Commander North West Zone:** Saifullahi Muhammed

**II. State and Local Leadership:**

* **State Commanders/Commandants:** Each of Nigeria's 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has a State Commander who is in charge of all NFSS operations within that state. They report to the national leadership. Examples include:

    * Joseph Simon Reign (FCT)

    * Ajonye O. Peter (Benue State)

    * Joseph Omini (Cross River State)

    * Abdullahi Al-Ameen (Kano State)

    * Abdullahi I. Dantsoho (Niger State)

    * Paul Monday (Kogi State)

    * Amb. Emmanuel Adedayo (Ondo State)

    * Chief Titus Ogudogwo (Anambra State)

    * Igwe Larry (Ebonyi State)

    * Sunday Chukwudiegwu Mmeribe (Abia State)

    * Commander Ezekiel John Udom (Acting Akwa Ibom State)

    * Ambassador Musa Hussein Rambo (Kebbi State)

    * Ahmed Nureni (Osun State)

    * Ambassador Jonathan (Delta State)

    * Abdulkadir Mahmoud Turajo (Jigawa State)

    * ACG A.A. Ibrahim (Kwara State - mentioned in a state command context)

* **Local Government Commanders:** Below the state level, there are Local Government Commanders who oversee operations within each of the 774 Local Government Areas.

This hierarchical structure allows the NFSS to manage its personnel, coordinate operations, and address security challenges from the national level down to the grassroots in forests and local communities.