The Senate on Wednesday decided to put former Chief of Defence Staff Christopher Musa through a full screening, turning down calls for a quick “bow and go” session.
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The debate erupted during his appearance as a ministerial nominee for the Defence portfolio, drawing strong reactions from lawmakers.
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The exchange started when Senator Sani Musa suggested that the nominee should be allowed to leave without questioning. Several senators objected immediately, pushing for a proper session that would allow the public to hear Musa’s views on national security.
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Senator Garba Maidoki moved toward the Senate President to press the need for questioning, stressing the importance of open engagement on security matters. Senate President Godswill Akpabio agreed, saying the country was facing rising threats and citizens wanted direct answers. He noted that global partners, including the United States under President Donald Trump, were watching Nigeria’s security decisions closely.
Akpabio said the nominee needed to address Nigerians at a time when many families were dealing with kidnappings and ongoing violence. He insisted that the Senate owed the public a transparent process that would allow Musa to explain how he plans to respond to security challenges.
After order was restored in the chamber, Musa proceeded with a full round of questioning. The Senate later confirmed him as the new Minister of Defence.
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