General Saïd Chengriha, Minister Delegate to the Minister of National Defence and Chief of Staff of the People's National Army, oversaw the official installation ceremony of the new director of the Higher Military School on Saturday, June 13, 2026. The ceremony marked a significant change in leadership at the Higher Military School, a key institution within the nation's military education system. During the proceedings, Major General Mohamed Ahmed Sayeh officially assumed his new role, succeeding Major General Hamid Fekan as director. General Chengriha presided over the formal ceremony, which formalized the transition of command at the prestigious institution, showing the importance of continuity and strategic leadership within the People's National Army.
Official Appointment Details
The appointment of Major General Mohamed Ahmed Sayeh was formalized under the authority of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, who serves in the dual capacities of Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces and Minister of National Defence. This official endorsement signifies the highest level of military and governmental approval for the new director's role, reflecting the strategic importance of the Higher Military School in shaping future military leaders. The presidential decree authorizing Major General Sayeh's appointment is dated May 21, 2026, preceding the installation ceremony by several weeks. This timeframe indicates a structured and deliberate process for leadership changes within the military hierarchy, ensuring that all procedural requirements are met and that the transition of authority is smooth before a new director officially assumes command. The appointment was made in the name of the President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, further emphasizing the direct involvement of the nation's highest authority in key military leadership decisions.
Transition at Higher Military School
Major General Mohamed Ahmed Sayeh has been appointed as the new director of the Higher Military School, a critical educational and training facility for the nation's armed forces. He succeeds Major General Hamid Fekan, marking a significant leadership transition within the institution. This change was formalized during a ceremony presided over by General Saïd Chengriha, Minister Delegate to the Minister of National Defence and Chief of Staff of the People's National Army, noting the strategic importance of the role. The appointment of Major General Sayeh received official endorsement from President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, who holds the titles of Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces and Minister of National Defence. President Tebboune's decree, dated May 21, 2026, authorized Major General Sayeh's assumption of the director's role, ensuring a structured and approved change in leadership for the institution. The official installation ceremony on Saturday, June 13, 2026, served to publicly acknowledge and formalize this important leadership change.
Chengriha's Directive to Staff
Following the installation of its new director, General Saïd Chengriha, Minister Delegate to the Minister of National Defence and Chief of Staff of the People's National Army, issued clear and decisive directives to the staff of the Higher Military School. He emphasized the necessity of redoubling efforts to fulfill assigned missions, particularly in the realm of military education and officer training. General Chengriha instructed the school's personnel to pursue excellence in their educational and training tasks, aiming to prepare a new generation of officers capable of adapting to modern challenges and evolving geopolitical landscapes. He showed the importance of continuous improvement in teaching methodologies, the integration of advanced military doctrines, and the cultivation of leadership qualities essential for national defense. The Ministry of National Defence conveyed this information in a statement, detailing General Chengriha's expectations for the institution's future performance under Major General Mohamed Ahmed Sayeh's leadership. The statement noted the Chief of Staff's unwavering focus on operational readiness, academic rigor, and the strategic development of the People's National Army's human resources.
