By Adesina Wahab

The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Dr. Bernard Doro, has commended the appointment of General Christopher Musa (rtd) as Nigeria’s Minister of Defence by President Bola Tinubu.

In a statement personally signed on Tuesday, Doro described the appointment of Christopher Musa as a clear demonstration of the President’s ability to recognise exceptional talent and deploy it in service of the national interest.

“I extend my warmest congratulations to Gen. Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd) on his nomination, confirmation and swearing-in as the Honourable Minister of Defence by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR,” Doro said.

“This appointment is a clear reflection of the President’s keen ability to recognise exceptional talent and to place individuals in positions where their experience and character will best serve the national interest. In choosing General Musa, Mr. President has once again demonstrated his commitment to strengthening key institutions with men and women who have proven their dedication to Nigeria.”

Doro said General Musa’s track record as a disciplined officer, strategist and patriot positions him to bring renewed energy to Nigeria’s defence system.

“General Musa’s record of service speaks for itself. He is a disciplined officer, a strategist and a patriot whose leadership is certain to bring renewed vigour to our nation’s defence architecture. I am confident that his presence at the helm will contribute significantly to reducing the insecurity that has affected communities across our country,” he added.

The humanitarian minister also expressed readiness to work closely with the Ministry of Defence and other relevant agencies to advance the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

“As Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, I look forward to close collaboration with the Ministry of Defence and other relevant agencies. Working together, we will advance the Renewed Hope Agenda and ensure a safer, more stable environment where Nigerians can rebuild livelihoods, pursue opportunities and live with dignity,” he said.

Doro congratulated General Musa once more, describing his appointment as timely and reassuring for Nigerians seeking improved national security.