The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd), has formally welcomed back the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defence, Mr Richard Pheelangwah, following the lifting of his suspension and subsequent reinstatement by the Federal Government.
Pheelangwah resumed duty on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, during a formal reception at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja.
In his remarks, the Permanent Secretary expressed appreciation for the opportunity to return to office, pledging to discharge his responsibilities with renewed dedication, professionalism and commitment to national service.
The Minister expressed confidence in maintaining a cordial working relationship with the Permanent Secretary, stressing the importance of strengthening existing synergy to advance the Ministry’s mandate.
The development, according to a statement signed by Leah Katung-Babatunde, Special Assistant (Media) to the Minister of Defence, reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to institutional continuity, effective service delivery and the achievement of Nigeria’s defence and security objectives.
The reinstatement is expected to support administrative continuity and strengthen coordination within the Ministry as it pursues its responsibilities in advancing national defence and security.
