James Adamu
In a solemn declaration before the Nigerian Senate, the Minister of Defence, General Chris Musa (rtd), acknowledged the immense weight of public expectation, stating, “I feel the heat,” while vowing to put an end to the rampant killings plaguing the nation.
The minister, who appeared for screening on Wednesday, expressed that the overwhelming confidence shown by Nigerians following his appointment has deepened his sense of duty and urgency.
“When I see the reactions after my name was mentioned, I knew that I could not afford to fail myself, fail my nation, fail my family,” Musa told the senators. “Whatever that we need to do, we will put in the very best.”
His remarks came in response to the critical task of restoring peace and security across Nigeria. The retired general painted a grim picture of the perpetrators, describing them as “a bunch of evil people that are on drugs” who exploit societal divisions.
“We are all victims,” he emphasized, addressing the widespread violence. “Everybody is being killed, everybody is dying… Nigerians must not be killed or anyone in Nigeria must not be killed for whatever reason.”
Outlining his core mission, the Defence Minister stated unequivocally: “So sir, our own target is to face them squarely and ensure that we stop the killings.” He called for national unity, arguing that it is only when gaps exist that terrorists and criminals can penetrate communities.
General Musa, appointed by President Bola Tinubu on Monday, concluded by thanking both the president and the Nigerian people, expressing faith that “with God on our side, we are going to succeed” in securing the country.
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