Defence Minister Musa Denies Resignation Rumors Amid Insecurity

General Christoph Musa (rtd), the Nigerian Defence Minister, addressed rumors regarding his potential resignation, which have circulated amid persistent insecurity in Nigeria. In a statement issued on Monday through his spokesman, Leah Katung Babatunde, Musa clarified that the claims of his intent to step aside were completely false and stemmed from mischief.

He emphasized his unwavering focus on the nation's security mandate and expressed his commitment to fulfilling his duties in piloting Nigeria's defense strategy. Musa urged the public and media outlets to disregard the unfounded rumors and to refrain from spreading unverified information.

He stated unequivocally that the rumors were absolute falsehoods and called for a collective effort to maintain focus on the security challenges facing the country.