MBF to rtd CDS: You’ve Served Nigeria With Courage, Distinction

…Congratulates New COAS

The Middle Belt Forum (MBF) has paid glowing tribute to General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd.) following his retirement as Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), describing him as a patriotic and disciplined officer who served Nigeria with courage and distinction.

In a statement on Sunday signed by its Spokesman, Luka Binniyat, the forum said General Musa, an indigene of Zangon Kataf in Southern Kaduna, exemplified professionalism, loyalty, and humility throughout his military career.

His leadership, the forum  noted, strengthened cooperation among the armed forces and boosted troop morale during difficult national security challenges.

“The MBF joins millions of Nigerians in saluting a gallant and patriotic son of the Middle Belt whose service to the nation remains a shining example of commitment and excellence,” the statement read.
The forum also expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for entrusting General Musa with the nation’s top military position, and urged the President to continue to draw from the retired general’s wealth of experience in national defence matters.
Similarly, the MBF congratulated Major General Waidi Shaibu from Kogi State on his appointment as Chief of Army Staff (COAS), describing him as a courageous commander and strategic thinker.
It recalled his role in leading Operation Hadin Kai in the North-East and anti-banditry operations in the North-West, which significantly weakened insurgent and criminal networks.
The forum urged General Shaibu to approach his new responsibilities with fairness, diligence, and renewed patriotism as Nigerians look to the military for peace and stability.

It further extended congratulations to all other newly appointed Service Chiefs, praying for divine wisdom and unity among them in the task of securing the nation.