3 h. ago YPP hails Tinubu over Gen Musa’s appointment as Defence Minister

A communique signed by YPP's National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Egbeola Wale Martins, at the end of its 24th Extraordinary National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, which was held on Thursday at Chelsea Hotel, Abuja, charged the President to exercise his power and sack all non-performing heads of security agencies whose performance has fallen short of expectations.

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4 h. ago New Defence Minister Pledges Review Of Theatre Commands, Zero Tolerance For Corruption

The newly appointed Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), on Friday, assumed office with a pledge to review theatre operation commands, and improve troops welfare. The Minister also declared zero tolerance for corruption, indiscipline and indolence at the Ministry. “We will begin with a rigorous review of all theatre commands and inter-service operations. My […]

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12 h. ago Step Up Offensive Against Terrorists, Governor Radda Urges Gen. Musa

Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has urged the new Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), to sustain and intensify military offensives against bandits terrorising the North-West region of the country. Governor Radda made the call in a congratulatory message following General Musa’s appointment and swearing-in by President Bola Tinubu, describing his choice […]

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26 h. ago “Shoot On Sight, Don’t Wait for Orders” — Defence Minister Musa Directs Troops

Newly appointed Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), has instructed troops to “shoot on sight” and immediately engage any armed bandits they encounter, stressing that they must not wait for further directives. Speaking during his Senate screening on Wednesday, Musa said this firm order is crucial for frontline protection and restoring public trust in […] The post “Shoot On Sight, Don’t Wait for Orders” — Defence Minister Musa Directs Troops appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago ‘Whatever It Takes, We’ll Secure Nigeria’, Says New Defence Minister Musa

Nigeria’s newly appointed Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd.), has vowed to deliver rapid, measurable improvements in national security, assuring citizens that the armed forces under his leadership will take “whatever steps are necessary” to restore peace across the country. Musa spoke at the Presidential Villa on Thursday shortly after President Bola Tinubu administered […]

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31 h. ago Defence Minister: Tinubu hails Senate confirmation of General Musa’s appointment

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the Nigerian Senate for approving the nomination of General Christopher Musa (retrd) as the Federal Minister of Defence.

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33 h. ago Tinubu Lauds Senate For Swift Confirmation Of Musa As Defence Minister

President Bola Tinubu has commended the Senate for swiftly confirming the nomination of the immediate-past Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa (rtd), as Minister of Defence. In a message posted on his X handle, President Tinubu stated that he had transmitted Musa’s name to the Senate two days earlier and expressed appreciation for the […]

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46 h. ago Arewa youths hail nomination of Gen Christopher Musa as Defence Minister

The group praised General Musa’s record of service and experience, expressing optimism that his appointment could mark the beginning of meaningful reforms within the defence sector.

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48 h. ago Olajengbesi applauds Musa’s Defence Minister appointment, calls for cabinet reshuffle

Pelumi Olajengbesi, an Abuja-based lawyer has hailed the appointment of retired General Christopher Musa as Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, describing read more Olajengbesi applauds Musa’s Defence Minister appointment, calls for cabinet reshuffle

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50 h. ago Lawyer hails Tinubu over Musa’s appointment as defence minister

A human rights lawyer commends President Tinubu’s appointment of General Christopher Musa as Defence Minister, calling it a perfect fit for the nation’s se Read More: https://punchng.com/lawyer-hails-tinubu-over-musas-appointment-as-defence-minister/

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64 h. ago ‘Musa’s Appointment Will Change Security Situation For Good’

National vice chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for Northwest, Hon. Garba Datti Muhammad, has commended President Bola Tinubu for appointing the immediate past Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, as the new minister of defence. In a statement he issued yesterday, Muhammed expressed optimism that Musa’s appointment would improve the country’s security […]

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3 d. ago Northern stakeholders urge Tinubu to retain Matawalle in Defence Ministry

The Northern Stakeholders Consultative Initiative (NSCI) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to retain the Minister of State for Defence, Mohammed Bello Matawalle, following

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3 d. ago NSCI Urges Tinubu To Retain Matawalle Over Contributions To Security

The Northern Stakeholders Consultative Initiative (NSCI) has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to retain the Minister of State for Defence, Mohammed Bello Matawalle, following the recent resignation of Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar. In a statement signed by its convener, Yerima Shettima, the group said it considered it important to reaffirm Matawalle’s value to […]

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3 d. ago Tinubu begins hunt for new Defence Minister after Badaru’s resignation

President Bola Tinubu is expected to announce a new Minister of Defence this week following the abrupt exit of  Abubakar read more Tinubu begins hunt for new Defence Minister after Badaru’s resignation

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3 d. ago Defence Minister, Badaru Resigns On Health Grounds Amid Tinubu’s Declaration Of National Security Emergency

STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE Nigeria’s defence minister, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has resigned his appointment, with immediate effect. In a letter dated December 1, sent to President Bola Tinubu, Abubakar said he was quitting on health grounds. President Tinubu has accepted the resignation and thanked Abubakar for his services to the nation. President Tinubu will likely […] The post Defence Minister, Badaru Resigns On Health Grounds Amid Tinubu’s Declaration Of National Security Emergency appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Schoolgirls’ abduction: Tinubu orders defence minister’s relocation to Kebbi

President Bola Tinubu has directed the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, to relocate to Kebbi State over the read more Schoolgirls’ abduction: Tinubu orders defence minister’s relocation to Kebbi

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2 w. ago Tinubu orders Matawalle to relocate to Kebbi after schoolgirl abductions

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday directed Minister of State for Defence Bello Matawalle to relocate to Kebbi state following the read more Tinubu orders Matawalle to relocate to Kebbi after schoolgirl abductions

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2 w. ago Schoolgirls’ kidnap: Tinubu orders defence minister’s relocation to Kebbi

President Tinubu directs Defence Minister Matawalle to relocate to Kebbi to coordinate the rescue of schoolgirls abducted from a secondary school in Maga. Read More: https://punchng.com/schoolgirls-kidnap-tinubu-orders-defence-ministers-relocation-to-kebbi/

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2 w. ago Schoolgirls’ abduction: Tinubu orders Matawalle to relocate to Kebbi

President Bola Tinubu has directed Bello Matawalle, Minister of State for Defence, to relocate to Kebbi State following the abduction read more Schoolgirls’ abduction: Tinubu orders Matawalle to relocate to Kebbi

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2 w. ago Abducted Schoolgirls: Tinubu Orders Relocation Of Matawalle To Kebbi

President Bola Tinubu has directed relocation of the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, to Kebbi State over the abduction of 25 schoolgirls in the state. According to a statement by presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, Matawalle, who was a former Zamfara State governor was asked to remain in the state to monitor security efforts […]

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