Solomon Dalung, a former minister under ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, has challenged Defence Minister Christopher Musa over allegations that former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai orchestrated killings in Southern Kaduna. According to Legit.ng, Dalung demanded that Musa provide evidence to substantiate the accusations of instigating violence in the region. The dispute adds to the ongoing public exchange between the former minister and the current defence chief over the Southern Kaduna violence claims.

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has threatened to file a N10 billion lawsuit against Nigeria's Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, over alleged defamatory statements. According to reports, the disputed comments were made by the minister during an appearance on Channels Television. The former governor claims the remarks damaged his reputation and is seeking substantial damages. The development adds to ongoing tensions between prominent political figures in the country, though further details of the statements were not disclosed.

The Coalition of Northern Elders has defended Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, amid criticism of his recent controversial remarks about former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai. In a statement jointly signed by representatives from the North-East, North-West and North-Central, including Zana Goni, the elders said El-Rufai’s record in office should be open to public scrutiny, according to the Daily Post. The dispute centres on Musa’s comments and the response they provoked.

A Daily Trust opinion piece examines comments by Nigeria's Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, directed at former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, who is currently in detention under the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC). The author says the article is not a defence of El-Rufai, citing his past utterances and actions, but questions the minister's criticism of him, describing the remarks as an 'unaccidental discharge' against the former governor.

The Southern Kaduna Muslim Ummah Development Association (SOKAMUDA) has distanced itself from a reported position supporting Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd.), over his recent comments about former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai. In a statement signed by its Assistant Secretary, Alhaji Ahmad Mairiga Yandeh, the group said it was neither consulted nor involved in the purported endorsement, and it sought clarification on the matter.

Former FCT Minister Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai has given Defence Minister General Christopher Musa (rtd.) seven days to provide evidence for an allegation that he planned killings in Southern Kaduna or retract the claim, according to Daily Trust. The dispute follows Musa’s accusation that the former governor took actions that deepened violence in the area. El-Rufai’s camp is demanding proof or a public withdrawal, escalating a public political confrontation.