Insecurity Worsens as Nigerians Question Defence Minister Musa’s Performance

The appointment of retired General Christopher Gwabin Musa inspired hope that fresh leadership would curb rising insecurity. Yet months later, kidnapping, banditry and farmer displacement are on the rise while troop morale suffers. Official briefs highlight doctrinal reviews and promises of “non-kinetic” strategies, but violence in North-Central and North-West states shows little sign of abating. Reports suggest a disconnect between Abuja policy and field operations, with communities still counting casualties and schools remaining closed in volatile areas. Critics note the Minister’s growing focus on political events at the expense of security coordination. With lives and livelihoods at stake, Nigerians are calling for measurable action rather than optics. The promise of a “magic wand” must now translate into better planning, logistics, intelligence and welfare on the ground.

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