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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated General Christopher Gwabin Musa as the new Minister of Defence. In a letter to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, President Tinubu conveyed General Musa’s nomination as the successor to Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, who resigned on Monday. General Musa, 58, on  December 25, is a distinguished soldier who served as Chief of Defence Staff from 2023 until October 2025. He won the Colin Powell Award for Soldiering in 2012. Born in Sokoto in 1967, General Musa received his primary and secondary education there before attending the College of Advanced Studies in Zaria. He graduated in 1986 and enrolled at the Nigerian Defence Academy the same year, earning a Bachelor of Science degree upon graduation in 1991. General Musa was commissioned into the Nigerian Army as a Second Lieutenant in 1991 and has since had a distinguished career. His appointments include General Staff Officer 1, Training/Operations at HQ 81 Division; Commanding Officer, 73 ...

​ Mutfwang and Dariye Unite for 'Night of Living Waters': A Call for Unity and Spiritual Renewal in Plateau State" By Justin Jattim Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang and former Governor Joshua Dariye stole the show at the second edition of the Christmas Carol at the 10 Commandments in Du, Jos South, with powerful prophetic declarations and a show of unity. The event, which drew thousands of worshippers from across Plateau and beyond, was a grand finale of the Christmas Carol, with Governor Mutfwang declaring that "living waters will flow over our souls". Addressing the overflowing crowd, Mutfwang said the gathering was orchestrated for divine encounters, reminding participants that they came not merely to sing or dance but "to meet God and see God". Mutfwang emphasized the need for Plateau's progress to depend on the people's willingness to put collective interest above personal or political divides. "Our differe...

​ *PLATEAU UNITY CHRISTMAS CAROLS 2025 OPENS WITH OVERWHELMING TURNOUT AT TEN COMMANDMENTS PRAYER ALTAR, DWEI-DU* *"UNITY IN WORTHSHIP: Thousands Flock to Plateau for Inaugural 2025 Christmas Carols Festival"* By Justin Jattim  Jos, Plateau State - The 2025 Plateau Unity Christmas Carols and Praise Festival has kicked off with a massive attendance at the iconic Ten Commandments Prayer Altar in Dwei-Du, Jos South, cementing Plateau's position as a leading centre of Christian unity and spiritual renewal in Nigeria. The annual festival, which brings together Christians from all denominations, commenced on Friday with a powerful opening ceremony that featured Pre-Service Praise, prayers, and scripture readings. Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang joined other leaders in reading passages from Scripture, emphasizing the importance of unity and hope in the face of challenges. In his address, Governor Mutfwang declared, "Despite trials and turbulence, th...

​ PLATEAU SHINES: Governor Mutfwang's Vision for Spiritual Unity Takes Center Stage as 2025 Unity Christmas Carols & Praise Festival Concludes in Glory *UNITY IN CHRIST: Plateau's Spiritual Revival Rocks Nigeria* By Justin Jattim  Jos, Plateau State - The 2025 Plateau Unity Christmas Carols & Praise Festival has concluded, with Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang reaffirming the state's position as a leading centre of Christian unity, worship, and spiritual renewal in Nigeria. The three-day event, held at the iconic Ten Commandments Prayer Altar in Dwei-Du, Jos South, attracted thousands of worshippers, senior clergy, former Presidents, governors, traditional rulers, and renowned gospel ministers from across the nation. In his address, Governor Mutfwang expressed gratitude to God and the people of Plateau for the overwhelming support that has transformed the program into one of Nigeria's largest interdenominational gatherings. He emphasized ...