Nigeria's Defence Minister Christopher Musa has firmly denied reports that he is planning to resign, warning that he will pursue legal action against those responsible for spreading the claim. Speaking to journalists at the Presidential Villa in Abuja after briefing President Bola Tinubu on the country's security situation, the retired general said he had never discussed leaving office and was unaware of the origin of the reports. Musa attributed the rumours to individuals opposed to recent security gains, noting that President Tinubu expressed satisfaction with progress against terrorists and bandits across the country.