The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defence, Richard Pheelangwah, has resumed duty following the lifting of his suspension and subsequent reinstatement by the Federal Government.
In a statement signed by the Special Adviser on Media to the Minister of Defence, Leah Katung-Babatunde, Pheelangwah was received by the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja.
The Minister expressed confidence in their cordial working relationship and emphasised the need to build on the existing synergy to advance the Ministry’s mandate.
Pheelangwah, while expressing appreciation for the opportunity to resume duty, reaffirmed his commitment to discharging his responsibilities with renewed dedication, professionalism and unwavering commitment to national service.
The occasion underscored the Ministry’s commitment to institutional continuity, effective service delivery and the pursuit of Nigeria’s defence and security objectives.
Richard Pheelangwah was suspended on August 21, 2026, by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over alleged links to an unauthorised fake agency operating within the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation.
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