The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has cautioned the Nigerian Military against harming innocent citizens. The CDS warned that harming innocent Nigerians under whatever guise should not be done by the military, reminding the men and officers that protecting Nigeria and the sovereignty of the nation is the constitutional duty of the armed … Read more
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, has urged troops to intensify their efforts in combating criminal activities across the nation, stressing the importance of pursuing and neutralising threats wherever they may hide. He made the call during the Armed Forces Remembrance Day Social and Award Evening for Soldiers, Ratings, and … Read more
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, says Nigeria will not allow its borders to be used as a base to attack any foreign country. Musa made the declaration in Sokoto on Thursday while addressing troops of “Operation Fansan Yamma” during a Christmas luncheon. He also emphasised that no foreign military base would … Read more
The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, on Thursday, insisted that the military only bombed terrorists and criminals in Sokoto State. According to General Musa, who spoke when he visited Sokoto State amidst the controversy surrounding an airstrike targeted against Lakurawa terrorists, submitted that those targeted were terrorists and anyone found with them during … Read more
The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has disclosed ongoing talks between the military and the Federal Government about re-engaging retired military personnel. Highlighting the wealth of expertise retirees possess, he stressed the importance of utilising their skills for national development rather than allowing them to fade into obscurity. Speaking on Friday at a … Read more
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has said Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) do not claim responsibility for criminal acts in the South East because most of the members of the group are educated. General Musa said though IPOB denies involvement in criminality in the Igbo region, they allegedly have hands in … Read more
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has said the aggressive nature of personnel of Nigeria Armed Forces was in line with their training. General Musa said military personnel are trained to be aggressive by bringing out the “animal” in them. He stated that military personnel cannot be docile, otherwise, the essence of … Read more
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa has dismissed the reports alleging that permission had been granted to France to establish an expeditionary military base in Nigeria. Musa faulted the insinuation that the recent visit of President Bola Tinubu to France where a lot of bilateral agreements were signed included allowing foreign military … Read more