Gen. Musa Warns of Rising Threats as Senate Screens Him for Defence Minister

Gen. Musa Warns of Rising Threats as Senate Screens Him for Defence Minister

The Senate on Wednesday screened former Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, for his nomination as Minister of Defence, during a plenary session presided over by Senate President Godswill Akpabio.

During his presentation, Musa stressed the importance of national unity, collaboration, and collective effort in combating insecurity. He cautioned that Nigeria is confronted by adversaries “that don’t mean this country well,” underscoring the need for continuous government and public support for the nation’s security agencies.

Musa also drew attention to worsening instability in the Sahel region, urging stronger border security, enhanced cooperation with neighbouring countries, and better empowerment of military and intelligence institutions to prevent cross-border threats.

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He expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu and the National Assembly for the confidence and support granted to him during his tenure as Chief of Defence Staff.

Senate President Akpabio commended Musa’s professionalism and noted his contributions to stabilising the South-west, urging him to replicate similar results in the North-west and North-central if confirmed as minister.

Other lawmakers, including Senators Mohammed Monguno and Ahmad Lawan, lauded Musa’s leadership qualities, operational expertise, and patriotism, while advocating increased funding for the ministry to strengthen national defence.

Gen. Musa Warns of Rising Threats as Senate Screens Him for Defence Minister