Iyamoye Kingdom Confers On Defence Minister ‘Akinjagunla’ Chieftaincy Title At 2026 Festival

NEWSDAILYNIGERIA—The Honourable Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd) OFR, has underscored peace, unity, and security as indispensable bedrock for sustainable national development, calling on communities across Nigeria to leverage collective action for shared prosperity.

In a statement by the SA Media Leah Katung-Babatunde- the Minister made the assertion during his address as the Special Guest of Honour at the Iyamoye Day 2026 celebration held in Iyamoye Kingdom, Kogi State, under the theme “Mobilising Our Collective Strength for Growth, Progress and a Prosperous Future.”

Commending the Iyamoye Development Union (IDU), traditional leaders, and residents for sustaining the annual cultural gathering, the Minister emphasised that true advancement requires collaborative responsibility between government institutions, community leaders, and citizens.

“No community can achieve sustainable progress without an atmosphere of peace and mutual understanding,” General Musa stated. “Youth empowerment remains critical to national development. We must continue to create opportunities that enable our young people to acquire relevant skills, become productive, and contribute meaningfully to society.”

Highlighting the community’s motto, ‘In Oneness we Stand,’ the Defence Minister applauded ongoing community-led investments in education, skill acquisition, and local infrastructure, urging all sons and daughters of Iyamoye to maintain harmony and support their traditional authorities.

In appreciation of his distinguished service to the nation and support for community development, the traditional institution and the good people of Iyamoye conferred on General Christopher Gwabin Musa the traditional chieftaincy title of Akinjagunla of Iyamoye Kingdom.

Expressing appreciation for the honour, the Minister reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to maintaining peace across all regions to foster an environment where local economies and cultural heritage can thrive uninterrupted.