Emmanuel Ogalla

Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla is a Nigerian Navy vice admiral who was the Chief of the Naval Staff of Nigeria. He was appointed by President Bola Tinubu on 19 June 2023 and served till 30 October 2025.

Early life and education

Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla was born on 20 December 1968 in Enugu State, Southeast Nigeria. 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.