The Northern chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, has congratulated a former Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa (rtd), on his appointment as Nigeria’s Minister of Defence.
President Tinubu had appointed Musa earlier in the week following the resignation of former Minister of Defence, Abubakar Badaru, on health grounds.
A statement issued on Friday, the Chairman of Northern CAN, Rev. Joseph John Hayab, said the President’s decision reflects a renewed commitment to addressing the security challenges troubling different parts of the country.
Hayab noted that Tinubu has shown attentiveness to public concerns by bringing in a seasoned military officer whose record of courage, discipline and operational excellence stands out.
The association noted that General Musa’s leadership as Chief of Defence Staff contributed significantly to stabilising several theatres of operation, particularly in the North-East and North-West, stressing that his return to the national security architecture at ministerial level would further strengthen efforts to tackle terrorism, banditry and other violent crimes.
Northern CAN appealed to citizens, traditional rulers, community leaders and security stakeholders to support the new minister of defence, saying that safeguarding the country requires collective vigilance, unity of purpose and broad cooperation.
The association urged Musa to prioritise the welfare of frontline troops, deepen inter-agency collaboration and ensure prompt responses to emerging threats nationwide.
It also called on the Federal Government to sustain investments in modern equipment, advanced technology and intelligence systems, saying Nigerians expect measurable improvements in security outcomes in the months ahead.
Reaffirming its commitment to promoting peace, unity and responsible civic engagement, Northern CAN expressed confidence that Musa’s appointment will help rebuild public trust in the nation’s security institutions.
The Christian leaders added that Northern CAN, as a moral voice in the society, will continue to speak with clarity and responsibility to encourage policies that foster national stability and support the collective good.