The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, has resigned his appointment with immediate effect.
His resignation was contained in a letter addressed to President Tinubu and dated December 1.
Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed the development via a statement on X on Monday.
The presidential spokesman said Abubakar resigned on health grounds.
Onanuga said President Tinubu accepted Abubakar’s resignation and thanked him for his services to the nation.
According to sources within the presidency, Tinubu will likely inform the Senate of Badaru’s successor within the week.
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