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, […]
2027: Southern Kaduna coalition rejects calls for defense Minister as Tinubu’s running mate
A coalition of socio-cultural and professional groups from Southern Kaduna has rejected suggestions that the region is pushing for the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, to emerge as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s running mate in the 2027 elections. The coalition said comments credited to Engr. Samuel Tabara Kato of the Southern Kaduna United […]
Nigerian security forces degrading terrorists, criminal networks – Defence Minister, Musa
Nigeria’s Defence Minister, Mohammed Badaru Musa, has said the country’s security forces are making steady progress in weakening terrorist groups and criminal networks across different regions. He explained that sustained military operations and improved intelligence sharing are helping to reduce the capacity of armed groups to carry out attacks. According to the minister, joint efforts […]
Southern Kaduna people hail Gen Musa’s nomination as Minister of Defence
People from Southern Kaduna have welcomed the nomination of General Christopher Musa as Nigeria’s next Minister of Defence. Community groups and leaders described the nomination as a positive move, saying Gen Musa has the experience and discipline needed to improve national security. They noted that his military background gives him a strong understanding of the […]
North West summit: Uba Sani, Defence Minister, Don proffer solutions to insecurity
At the North West Peace and Security Summit, Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani, the Minister of Defence, and several security scholars came together to discuss fresh solutions to the rising insecurity across the region. They noted that bandit attacks, kidnappings, and communal clashes continue to threaten the lives and livelihoods of people in the North […]
The Airforce’s Role in Ending Banditry and Terrorism – Defence Minister Badaru
The Honourable Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has called on the Nigerian Airforce to step up its fight against banditry and terrorism. During an operational visit to the Air Component Sector 2 of Operation FANSAN YAMMA in Katsina State on November 18, 2024, he stressed the Airforce’s vital role in restoring peace and security […]
Defence Minister Issues Final Warning to Amaechi Over Calls for Protests Against Hardship
In a recent statement that has captured public attention, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, strongly condemned former Minister of Transport, Rotimi Amaechi, for his call to Nigerians to protest against the ongoing economic hardships. This warning comes at a time when many citizens are feeling the strain of rising costs […]