The Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Gwabin Musa (retd.), has pledged his commitment to the 2027 campaign of the All Progressives Congress (APC) following his appointment as Secretary I of the party’s Presidential Campaign Council.
Musa expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu and the APC leadership for the confidence placed in him, describing his appointment as a call to higher service.
In a statement issued on Monday by his Special Adviser on Media, Leah Katung-Babatunde, the minister assured the party leadership, stakeholders and supporters that he would carry out the responsibilities attached to his new role with diligence and focus.
National Security Remains Priority
Despite accepting the campaign appointment, Musa stressed that his constitutional responsibility as Minister of Defence remains his primary mandate.
He said protecting Nigeria’s territorial integrity and safeguarding the lives and property of citizens would continue to receive his full attention.
“National security remains our highest imperative,” the minister stated.
Musa added that ongoing military operations, strategic reforms and collaboration among security agencies would continue without interruption.
He reaffirmed the commitment of the Ministry of Defence to protecting Nigerians and supporting the President’s vision for a safe and prosperous country.
Calls for Unity Ahead of 2027
The Defence Minister also called on APC members and Nigerians to remain united behind the administration as the country moves towards the 2027 general elections.
He expressed confidence that the APC would succeed at the polls while continuing to focus on governance, national security and development.
His appointment places a serving member of President Tinubu’s cabinet in a prominent position within the ruling party’s campaign structure ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Musa’s dual responsibilities will place continued attention on his ability to balance his political assignment with his constitutional duties as Minister of Defence, particularly as security challenges remain a major issue ahead of the elections.
