Rear Admiral (Rtd) Elkanah Oyeleye Jaiyeola is a distinguished intelligence practitioner, naval officer, and security expert with over 35 years of service in the Nigerian Navy. His career reflects exceptional leadership in maritime security, intelligence operations, procurement, and strategic management, alongside contributions to peace and security across Africa.

Career & Leadership

• Fleet Commander, Western Fleet (2019–2020): Oversaw operations of more than 25 naval ships, ensuring Nigeria’s maritime security and territorial integrity.
• Director of Procurement, Naval HQ (2018–2019): Led procurement policy implementation, managing military equipment and logistics for the Nigerian Navy.
• Commandant, Defence Intelligence College (2016–2018): Directed intelligence training for armed forces and security agencies nationwide.
• Senior Roles in Defence Intelligence Agency & Naval HQ: Including Deputy Director of Strategy (Intelligence), Deputy Director of Operations, and Assistant Director of Attaché Management.
• International Engagements: Participated in multinational exercises such as OBANGAME EXPRESS (2015–2019), EU Offshore Patrol Conference (2015), and ECOMOG operations in Liberia and Sierra Leone.
• Post-Retirement: Currently Principal Consultant and Lead Partner at Owiwi Cubes Limited, a Lagos-based intelligence and security consultancy serving government, military, and private institutions.

Decorations & Awards

• Grand Service Star (GSS) – 2019
• Distinguished Service Star (DSS) – 2014
• Meritorious Service Star (MSS) – 2009
• Forces Service Star (FSS) – 1999

Education & Professional Development

• MA International Relations, Security & Strategy – OP Jindal Global University, India
• MSc International Security Studies – Paris Graduate School, France
• MSc Procurement, Logistics & Supply Chain Management – University of Salford, UK
• MSc Transport Management – Ladoke Akintola University, Nigeria
• BSc International Relations – Atlantic University, USA
• Additional postgraduate diplomas in Defence Management (Cranfield University, UK) and Public Administration (GIMPA, Ghana).

Memberships & Fellowships

• Member, National Institute for Policy & Strategic Studies (mni)
• Fellow, Chartered Institute of Logistics & Supply Chain Management
• Fellow, Chartered Institute of Public Diplomacy & Management
• Fellow, Chartered Institute of Shipping Management
• Member, Nigerian Institute of International Affairs
• Member, International Association for Intelligence Education (IAFIE)

Personal Interests

Beyond his professional achievements, Rear Admiral Jaiyeola enjoys travelling, reading, listening to music, and observing people. His career and life embody a blend of military discipline, strategic foresight, and dedication to national and international security.