The Minister of Defence designated, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), on Wednesday, promised to investigate the withdrawal of military officers before an attack on the Government Comprehensive Girls Secondary School, Maga, Danko Wasagu Local Government Area in Kebbi State.
Naijaonpoint understands that there have been claims that the school was attacked and twenty-five schoolgirls abducted minutes after troops withdrew from the school premises.
Musa, while speaking during his ministerial screening at the Senate, said if approved as the Minister of Defence, he would set up a committee to investigate the killing of Brigadier General Musa Uba.
He also took the opportunity to condemn the capturing and killing of a brigade commander by terrorists in Borno State, affirming that the situation will be investigated.
Musa said, “It is very unfortunate and really painful. I want to assure Nigerians that we will not stand by and have terrorists have the capacity to do such.
“We are going to go after them fully working together with all the security agencies and Ministries, Departments and Agencies (of government). We are going to investigate fully. The Armed Forces have a way and then from the defence, we are going to make sure that we continue with the oversight over their activities.”
According to him, no act of insolence or cowardice within the armed forces would be tolerated.
He further noted the need for strict professionalism, pledging to enhance oversight of military operations to ensure prompt and decisive action when required.
Referencing his 39 years of service, the nominee stated that he is fully prepared to come on stream and confront the nation’s security challenges head-on.
He expressed confidence that Nigeria can win the war against terrorism and banditry, but only with the necessary support and cooperation across security institutions.
The ex-CDS also acknowledged that significant gaps currently exist within the armed forces, hindering their effectiveness.
“From day one, we will review all ongoing activities, identifying adequate funding as fundamental,” he added.
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