Mohammed Badaru Abubakar Resigns as Tinubu's Minister Amid Health Reasons

Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, former Governor of Jigawa State, has resigned as Minister of Defense in Bola Tinubu's cabinet, effective immediately due to health reasons. The resignation was confirmed by the Presidential spokesperson, with President Tinubu accepting it and thanking Badaru for his service.

Badaru was appointed to Tinubu's cabinet in August 2023. The resignation coincides with Tinubu's declaration of a national security emergency plan, which includes collaboration with the US-Nigeria joint work group.

Badaru is expected to be replaced in the joint work group.