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Defence Minister summons service chiefs as Nigeria’s security crisis worsens

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has summoned a high-level meeting with the country’s service chiefs at the Ministry of Defence headquarters in Abuja. The meeting focuses on the worsening security situation in several parts of the country. Reports indicate that recent attacks on military bases in the North-East and the killing of three Nigerian […]

Why military initially denied attempted coup – Defense Minister

The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd.), has explained why the Nigerian military initially denied reports of an attempted coup against President Bola Tinubu. He said the armed forces chose caution because issues related to coups are extremely sensitive and can cause panic if handled carelessly. Speaking on Sunday Politics on Channels Television, Musa […]

I may become APC member – Defense Minister, Musa

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), has hinted that he may soon formally join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The former Chief of Defence Staff made this known during an interview on Sunday Politics, a programme aired on Channels Television, where he spoke openly about his current political position. According to Musa, […]

Kaduna proud of ex-CDS Musa – Shehu Sani reacts to Tinubu’s sack of service chiefs

Former Kaduna Central Senator Shehu Sani has reacted to the recent shake-up in Nigeria’s security leadership, following President Bola Tinubu’s dismissal of Service Chiefs, including the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa. Sani praised Musa’s contributions and stated that the people of Kaduna State remain proud of his achievements during his tenure. In a […]

Hunger and Poverty fuelling Insecurity in Nigeria – NSA, CDS

Nigeria’s National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has warned that hunger and poverty are making the country more dangerous. He spoke during a National Security Seminar held in Abuja on Monday, June 23. Ribadu, who was represented by Major General Peter Mala from the Office of the NSA, explained that these issues are not just […]

They can go to hell — Ribadu blasts Canada for denying Nigeria’s Defence Chief visa

Nigeria’s National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has strongly criticized Canada for refusing visas to the country’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Christopher Musa, and other top military officials. Ribadu, speaking in Abuja at an event organized by the National Association of the Institute for Security Studies (AANISS), expressed his frustration over the situation. He […]

Lakurawa members good as dead – Defence Chief, Musa

The Nigerian Defence Chief, General Christopher Musa, has declared that members of the Lakurawa group are as good as dead after the group was officially designated as a terrorist organization. This declaration follows a ruling by the Federal High Court in Abuja, where Justice James Omotosho labeled Lakurawa and similar groups as terrorist organizations. The […]