The Senate has officially confirmed former Chief of Defence Staff, Christopher Musa, as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence.
Musa’s confirmation came on Wednesday following a five-hour screening, during which lawmakers rigorously questioned his plans and qualifications. The session grew tense when some senators opposed a suggestion to excuse him from detailed questioning.
Senator Sani Musa of Niger East had proposed that the nominee “take a bow and go,” but the Senate rejected the idea, insisting on a thorough vetting. After the exhaustive session, Musa secured the approval needed to lead the Defence Ministry.
The confirmation marks a key moment for President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet reshuffle and comes amid heightened scrutiny of Nigeria’s security leadership.