Defence Minister Musa denies resignation rumours amid Nigeria insecurity
On Monday, July 21, 2026, Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), dismissed rumors that he intended to resign amid the country’s persistent insecurity. The denial came in a statement issued by his spokesman, Leah Katung-Babatunde.
He said, "We wish to state unequivocally and in the strongest possible terms that these rumours are absolute falsehoods borne out of complete mischief." He added, "General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd) remains fully focused on his national security mandate, deeply committed to his duties, and completely dedicated to piloting the nation’s defence strategy, with results already being seen."
The statement concluded, "The general public is hereby urged to completely disregard this fake news. We strongly advise media outlets and internet users to desist from spreading unverified information and seek clarification from the office." Will you verify security-related news through official channels before sharing it online? Staying informed through verified sources helps prevent the spread of misinformation that can exacerbate tensions.