I leave with a clear conscience — Ex-CDS Musa

Immediate past Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa (retd.), on Friday said he was leaving office “with a clear conscience,” having given his best to the Nigerian Armed Forces and the fight against insecurity.

Speaking at his pull-out parade in Abuja, Musa said he served the country with dedication and accountability throughout his nearly four decades in the military.

“As I hang my uniform today, I do so with a clear conscience, knowing that I gave my all. I leave with cherished memories of camaraderie — of battles fought and triumphs celebrated as one family. The sound of the bugle may change for me, but the soldier’s heart beats on forever,” he said.

Musa expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for appointing him Chief of Defence Staff, describing the opportunity as an honour he did not take for granted.

He pledged to remain loyal to Tinubu and the country even in retirement.

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“I might be retiring from active military service today, but I’m by no means retiring from my love for our dear country, Nigeria. I remain a soldier at heart and a patriot ever loyal to the constitution and sovereignty of our great nation. Once again, I appreciate Mr President for the opportunity to serve as the Chief of Defence Staff for two years plus,” he said.

The retired defence chief stressed that the fight against insecurity requires stronger collaboration among security and intelligence agencies, noting that the military cannot achieve success alone.