Senate Confirms General Christopher Musa As New Defence Minister

The Senate on Wednesday approved General Christopher Musa as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence after completing his screening session.

Lawmakers began the exercise shortly after Senate President Godswill Akpabio read President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s request, which sought Musa’s confirmation to replace Mohammed Badaru. Badaru stepped down on Monday, citing health-related concerns.

Musa’s nomination was forwarded to the Senate on Tuesday, with Tinubu expressing confidence in his ability to reinforce the nation’s security structure and revamp the ministry at a time when insecurity continues to escalate across the country.

Earlier reports indicated that the Senate had already commenced Musa’s screening on Wednesday in response to the President’s nomination.