Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has applauded the Senate for its swift confirmation of General Christopher Musa as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence, describing the appointment as timely and crucial for the nation’s security needs.

In a statement posted on his official X handle on Thursday, President Tinubu expressed satisfaction with the speedy action of the Senators.

“Two days ago, I transmitted the name of General Christopher G. Musa, our immediate past Chief of Defence Staff and a fine gentleman, to the Nigerian Senate for confirmation as the Federal Minister of Defence.

“I want to commend the Nigerian Senate for its expedited confirmation of General Musa yesterday. His appointment comes at a critical juncture in our lives as a Nation. God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” President Tinubu wrote.

It will be recalled that Nigeria’s former Minister of Defence, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar resigned his appointment on medical reasons.  

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