In a bid to foster a mutually beneficial relationship, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame has called on media practitioners to collaborate with the NAF in reporting its activities and accomplishments in a fair, accurate, and positive manner.
Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame made the call today, 3rd April 2025 when he assummed office as the Nigerian Air Force's new spokesperson.
He takes over from Air Vice Marshal Olusola Akinboyewa, who previously held the position and is now the Director of Civil Military Relations at the Defence Headquarers.
Addressing Journalist on Thursday, 3rd April 2025, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame thanked his predecessor, Air Vice Marshal Olusola Akinboyewa for his exemplary leadership and guidance.
"So I will continue to tap from your wealth of wisdom and leadership, and I know that you will not be tired of receiving me from my presentations. And to the team in the DOPRI, I feel, indeed blessed, to have such a formidable work team. You guys are absolutely amazing for our contact so far, and I feel confident that we can achieve everything together with you.
The newly appointed spokesperson of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, has solicited the support and cooperation of the media in projecting the positive image and achievements of the NAF.
Air Commodore Ejodame is a seasoned officer with vast experience in logistics, strategic planning, and defence management. He is a member of the 45th Regular Course of the Nigerian Defence Academy.
He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Master’s degree in Transport and Logistics as well as a PhD in Information Systems and Management Studies from the University of Sheffield, United Kingdom.
His professional journey has seen him undertake numerous high-level military and strategic courses, including logistics training at the United Nations International Peace Support Operations Centre in Kenya and Optimisation and Decision Making in Supply Chain Course from the Erasmus Intensive Programme, in Portugal.
He completed training at the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji, and the Air Force War College, Makurdi, where he emerged as the Best Graduating Participant. Additionally, he received the Chief of Defence Staff and Chief of Air Staff Awards at the National Defence College, Abuja.
Air Commodore Ejodame has held several critical appointments in the NAF, including serving as Directing Staff at both the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji, and the National Defence College, Abuja.
He was also the Pioneer Dean of the Faculty of Social and Management Sciences at the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), Kaduna, and the Director of Procurement at the same institution.
His experience includes a diplomatic role as Nigeria’s Defence Adviser at the Nigeria High Commission in Malaysia, where he was concurrently accredited to 9 other countries, strengthening Nigeria’s defence ties across the region.
A distinguished scholar, researcher, and public relations professional, Air Commodore Ejodame is a member of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) and the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM).
He is also a Fellow of the Air Force War College, National Defence College, the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport as well as the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Management of Nigeria.
His appointment is expected to further enhance NAF’s public relations and strategic communication efforts, reinforcing the service’s commitment to professionalism and transparency.