STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE
Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has tendered his resignation with immediate effect.
In a letter addressed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and dated December 1, the 63-year-old former Jigawa State governor explained that his decision to step aside was based on health-related issues that require urgent attention.
President Tinubu has formally accepted the resignation and expressed gratitude for Badaru’s service to the nation, particularly during a period marked by significant national security challenges.
According to the Presidency, President Tinubu is expected to forward the name of a new Minister of Defence to the Senate for confirmation later this week.
Badaru Abubakar, who served as the Governor of Jigawa State for two consecutive terms from 2015 to 2023, was appointed Minister of Defence on August 21, 2023. His departure comes at a time when President Tinubu has declared a national security emergency, with further details on its implementation expected soon.
Signed:
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information and Strategy)
December 1, 2025