Defence Minister Receives Reinstated Permanent Secretary, Reaffirms Commitment to Effective Administration
Oru Leonard
The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd), has received the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mr. Richard Pheelangwah, following his reinstatement by the Federal Government after being cleared of allegations linking him to an alleged fake agency scam.
Pheelangwah’s reinstatement was approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, following the conclusion of the process that cleared him of any involvement in the alleged misconduct.
Receiving the Permanent Secretary at his office on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, General Musa expressed confidence in the continued cordial working relationship between the ministry’s leadership.
The Minister stressed the need to sustain the existing cooperation and synergy within the ministry’s management to strengthen administrative efficiency, promote effective service delivery and advance the country’s defence and security objectives.
The reinstatement, according to the ministry, reflects the Tinubu administration’s commitment to due process, fairness and accountability, while ensuring that public officers are not subjected to unjust treatment.
In his remarks, Pheelangwah expressed gratitude to President Tinubu and the Federal Government for approving his return to duty.
He pledged to resume his responsibilities with renewed dedication, professionalism and commitment to national service, assuring that he would work closely with the Minister and other stakeholders to fulfil the ministry’s mandate.
The development is expected to reinforce leadership collaboration, ensure institutional stability and strengthen the Ministry of Defence’s capacity to deliver on Nigeria’s defence and security priorities.
(MOD Press)
