- Mohammed Badaru Steps Down as Defence Minister, Presidency to Name Successor Soon
- …Cites Health Challenges
- The 63 year old former minister was appointed on August 21, 2023
Minister of Defence Mohammed Badaru Abubakar has resigned from office, saying his decision was driven by health concerns.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the development was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday, December 1, by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Communication and Strategy.
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In his resignation letter, the former Jigawa State governor explained that his health challenges would no longer allow him to continue serving in the role.
President Tinubu has accepted the resignation and expressed appreciation for Badaru’s service to the nation.
Sources indicate that the President is expected to inform the Senate of a replacement later this week.
The 63 year old former minister was appointed on August 21, 2023. His exit comes at a time when the President has declared a national security emergency, with further details expected in due course.
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