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By Stella Odueme
The Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Gwabin Musa (retd.), has received the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Mr. Richard Pheelangwah, following his reinstatement by the Federal Government after being cleared of allegations bordering on a fake agency scam.
Pheelangwah’s reinstatement was approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, following his clearance of any involvement in the alleged scam.
Receiving him in his office on Tuesday, Musa expressed delight at his return and reaffirmed the importance of cooperation and mutual understanding among the Ministry’s leadership.
According to a statement by the Chief Information and Public Relations Officer, Queeneth Iheoma-Hart the Minister said a cordial working relationship between the political and administrative leadership was essential to strengthening the Ministry’s operations and improving service delivery.
He noted that the reinstatement reflected the administration’s commitment to fairness, due process and ensuring that public officers are not subjected to unjust treatment.
In his remarks, Pheelangwah thanked President Tinubu and the Federal Government for restoring him to office, pledging to perform his duties with renewed commitment, professionalism and dedication.
He also assured the Minister of his determination to contribute to the effective implementation of the Ministry’s mandate and the advancement of Nigeria’s defence and security objectives.
The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to institutional stability, effective leadership collaboration and the delivery of its national defence responsibilities.