“General Musa should prioritise soldiers’ welfare and the provision of equipment,” said the politician.
The spokesman noted that the party acknowledged Mr Musa’s firm words of assurance.
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The newly appointed defence minister, Christopher Musa, assumed duty on Friday.
The upper legislative chamber confirmed Mr Musa on Wednesday via a voice vote after hours of a rigorous screening session in the Committee of the Whole.
The meeting took place as the nation grapples with heightened insecurity, following the president’s recent declaration of a national security emergency.
Sacked defence chief Christopher Musa says Nigeria’s security remains in capable hands.
Mr Wolimoh welcomed the new service chiefs.
The CDS reaffirmed the commitment of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to defend the nation’s territorial integrity.
He stressed that discipline remained the backbone of military professionalism.
Mr Musa stated, “The family is the bedrock of every community. Without the family, there can’t be a good community.”
