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Senate Confirms Gen. Christopher Musa as Defence Minister After Rowdy Screening Session

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The Nigerian Senate on Wednesday confirmed General Christopher Musa, the former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), as the country's new Minister of Defence, following a tense and highly charged screening session.

The confirmation came through a voice vote after lawmaker

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