Defence Minister Musa Urges Officers to Enhance Security Skills

On October 15, 2026, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd.), the Minister of Defence, addressed graduating military officers at the Army War College Nigeria during the Course 10/2026 graduation ceremony in Abuja. He emphasized the importance of anticipating risks and identifying vulnerabilities to adapt more swiftly than those undermining national security.

General Musa stated that the officers' role extends beyond merely responding to threats, urging them to combine professional competence with intellectual curiosity and the courage to make tough decisions under pressure. He highlighted Nigeria's efforts to develop indigenous defence capabilities while fostering cooperation with reliable international partners.

He noted the necessity for collaboration among the Armed Forces, universities, research institutions, and Nigerian innovators to build capacity in areas relevant to hybrid warfare, including unmanned aerial systems and artificial intelligence. General Musa concluded that the college's value would be measured by the officers' judgment in leadership and their results in the field.