Christopher Musa
NigeriamilitaryMale7.5Global Dominance: 0.00%Christopher Musa is the Chief of Defence Staff of Nigeria, recognized for his support in the fight against vandalism of critical infrastructure, particularly in the energy sector, as highlighted by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited's recent initiatives.
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Christopher Musa was removed as Chief of Army Staff following the uncovering of the alleged coup plot.
Colonel Ma'aji Says Nigeria Near Collapse Under TNigeria· 2026-08-10
Gen. Christopher Musa has commended President Bola Tinubu for approving a salary increase for personnel of the Armed Forces.
Military Salary Increase to Boost Anti-Insurgency OperationsNigeria· 2026-08-05
Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (retd.), commended the President for the new salary structure for the Armed Forces.
Tinubu Approves N924bn Salary IncreaseNigeria· 2026-08-05
Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has urged Nigerians not to look down on petty traders.
My Mother Sold Akamu, Petty Trading Has DiNigeria· 2026-08-02
General Christopher Musa (retd.) commended the governor for his unwavering commitment to strengthening security through strategic investments.
Abia NAF Building Handover: Otti Strengthens State SecurityNigeria· 2026-08-01
Christopher Musa is the Minister of Defence who announced the increase in soldiers' salaries from N49,000 to N100,000.
Soldiers' Pay Rise to N100,000 Achieved – Defence MinisterNigeria· 2026-07-27
Nigeria's Minister of Defense, General Christopher Musa, poses for a photograph in his office at the Ministry of Defence in Abuja.
Nigerian forces suffered casualties in kidnap rescue: army
Kenya· 2026-07-11
Defence Minister Christopher Musa said this week that the kidnappers were trying to use the students as 'leverage' with the Nigerian Government.
Nigeria kidnapping: Nearly 50 abducted pupils and teachers rescued
New Zealand· 2026-07-11
General Christopher Musa has directed security personnel not to hesitate in confronting armed bandits and terrorists.
Defence Minister Orders Soldiers in SokotoNigeria· 2026-07-08
Nigerian Defence Minister Christopher Musa confirmed that US combat troops had deployed to Nigeria for a specific operation.
US says pulls some troops from Nigeria after anti-IS operationKenya· 2026-07-04
Nigerian Defense Minister Christopher Musa mentioned that U.S. combat troops were sent to Nigeria specifically for the operation in May.
Po operacijų prieš „Islamo valstybę“ JAV iš Nigerijos atitraukė dalį karių
Lithuania· 2026-07-03Christopher Musa is the Nigerian defence minister discussing military cooperation with Benin and Niger.
Nigeria pushing anti-jihadist collaboration with Benin, Niger: defence ministerKenya· 2026-07-03
The Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa, disclosed the plan on Thursday at the National Security Summit.
FG to embed journalists with troops during operationsNigeria· 2026-06-19
Gen Christopher Musa (retd) is the Minister of Defence of Nigeria involved in the military discussions.
Nigeria, US Discuss Military Cooperation & Joint ExercisesNigeria· 2026-02-09
Gen Christopher Musa (retd.) is the Minister of Defence of Nigeria.
Tinubu & US AFRICOM Chief Hold Nigeria-US Security TalksNigeria· 2026-02-09
Gen. Christopher Musa (Rtd) is the Minister of Defence.
Tinubu receives US military delegation at Aso RockNigeria· 2026-02-08
Christopher Musa disclosed that he was among the intended targets of the recently foiled coup plot against President Bola Tinubu.
Defence Minister Was a TargetNigeria· 2026-02-02
General Christopher Musa (retd.) was present at the reception for President Tinubu.
Turkish officials dismiss Tinubu stumble row as 'silly'Nigeria· 2026-01-29
Gen Christopher Musa (retd) reaffirmed the importance of honouring Nigeria’s fallen soldiers.
Tinubu, govs mark Armed Forces Day across NigeriaNigeria· 2026-01-16
General Christopher Musa, the dismissed Chief of Army Staff, oversaw several high-level military summits in Abuja.
نيجيريا تقيل كبار قادتها العسكريين
United Arab Emirates· 2025-10-26
General Christopher Musa was acknowledged for his contributions to dismantling the reign of terror in the South-East zone.
Biafra Agitator's Fall From GraceNigeria· 2025-09-06
Gen Christopher Musa is the Chief of Defence Staff.
Military Kills Terrorists, Rescues 66 Hostages Across NigeriNigeria· 2025-09-04
General Christopher Musa welcomed the ruling, describing it as a landmark victory in the global effort to combat terrorism.
6 Years for Terrorism in FinlandNigeria· 2025-09-02
Gen. Christopher Musa is the Chief of Defence Staff whose two-year tenure was marked in the event.
6,260 Terrorists Killed, 5,365 CivilianNigeria· 2025-06-19General Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence Staff, was also directed by Tinubu to take action against the criminals.
Tinubu's Peace Committee – Can it Stop the BNigeria· 2025-06-19
General Christopher Musa was addressed by Tinubu during a town hall meeting regarding security issues.
Tinubu Orders Arrests, Directs Security ChieNigeria· 2025-06-18Gen Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence Staff, directed military commanders to enhance security efforts in Benue State.
Gov, Assembly Clash Amidst Federal InterventNigeria· 2025-06-18
General Christopher Musa is the Chief of Defence Staff who vowed to change military strategies to combat terrorism in Benue State.
Benue Killings: Military Launches ManhuntNigeria· 2025-06-17
Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, said he is working with governors to provide synergy for the military’s operations.
Benue Killings: Tinubu Orders Decisive ActionNigeria· 2025-06-15Gen. Christopher Musa said there was a need to erect barriers at the porous international border.
Tinubu, Sultan, and the Army's StandNigeria· 2025-06-14
