Tinubu Plans Defence Framework Review for National Security

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced his administration's intention to review the national defence framework and evaluate the progress of ongoing counter-insurgency and anti-banditry operations. This announcement was made during a strategic meeting with the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd), at the Presidential Residence in Lagos.

President Tinubu expressed satisfaction with the progress made in securing vulnerable communities across Nigeria and reiterated his administration's commitment to fully support the Ministry of Defence. A statement from Leah Katung-Babatunde, the Special Assistant on Media to the Minister of Defence, indicated that General Musa (Rtd) provided a detailed briefing on current defence initiatives, operational logistics, and proposed reforms aimed at enhancing troop morale, modernizing military hardware, and strengthening military infrastructure nationwide.

General Musa (Rtd) thanked the President for his ongoing support and assured the public of the Ministry of Defence's determination to fulfill its mandate effectively. This meeting is part of President Tinubu's broader security briefings with key government leaders.