Tinubu Meets CDS, Service Chiefs, Musa, NSA, IG, Gaidam over 2027 Polls Security

President Bola Tinubu convened a National Security Council meeting in Abuja to discuss the security circumstances surrounding the 2027 general election. The NSC gathering, attended by senior officials including the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, and the Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, lasted approximately five hours. The meeting's purpose was to keep the President informed about the current security climate in the nation, as the elections are slated for January of the next year.

Musa assured stakeholders that the military would remain neutral during the elections, stating that they are committed to ensuring a free, fair, and credible poll for all eligible voters. He expressed the President's desire for the elections to be held in a secure environment, where citizens can exercise their franchise without fear. The Minister also addressed allegations of underage soldier recruitment by the military, clarifying that the issue has been addressed by terrorists and not the Nigerian military.

The Defence Minister announced plans to commission 10 new aircraft and helicopters to enhance the country's aerial surveillance capabilities. Additionally, he revealed that the President has instructed the military to rescue all kidnapped and abducted individuals across the nation. Musa emphasized that security is everyone's responsibility and urged citizens to collaborate in maintaining Nigeria's freedom and stability.