The appointments were announced through a statement released by the Office of Prime Minister on January 29, 2026.
President Kagame also appointed James Wizeye as Deputy Secretary General of the National Intelligence and Security Service (NISS), a position previously held by Brig Gen Nyirubutama.
In his new role, Brig Gen Nyirubutama will deputize Gen (Rtd) James Kabarebe, who was appointed Senior Security Advisor at the Presidency in December, 2025.
Gen (Rtd) Kabarebe assumed the role after serving as Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.
Brig Gen Nyirubutama has been appointed Deputy Senior Defense and Security Advisor in Office of the President.
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