By Abdullahi Mukhtar Algasgaini
The Senate confirmed retired General Christopher Musa as Nigeria’s Minister of Defence on Wednesday. This appointment places the former Chief of Defence Staff at the head of the nation’s defence apparatus barely 40 days after his military retirement.
The confirmation followed a rigorous screening session where senators questioned the nominee on various security challenges facing the country.
The approval was ultimately secured through a voice vote.General Musa’s nomination moved swiftly through the executive and legislative branches.
President Bola Tinubu nominated him on Tuesday, with his name transmitted to the Senate for confirmation the same day.