The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd.), has hinted that he is set to formally join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), while pledging his unwavering support for President Bola Tinubu.
Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics programme, on the 1st of February, 2026, Musa described himself as being in a political transition. “I’ve not transitioned yet. I’m in transition. I think I’ll become a politician, a member of the APC, definitely,” he said.
He expressed gratitude to the APC for providing the platform that allowed him to serve Nigeria as Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and now as Defence Minister.
“The APC has given me the opportunity to present myself, and I intend to support the party fully,” Musa added.
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The former CDS also affirmed his loyalty to President Tinubu. “Mr President needs all support, totally. I’ll give him my best to ensure success, including in his pursuit of a second term,” he stated.
Musa was appointed Defence Minister in December 2025, shortly after retiring as Chief of Defence Staff, a position he held from the 23rd of June, 2023, to the 30th of October, 2025. His appointment followed the resignation of his predecessor, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar.