Defense HQ regretted the mistake of media interpretation about CDS comments about the Murder of Benue

The defense head office firmly rejected the claim that the defense staff Chief of Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwwwin Musa, blamed the victims from this new murder in the Benue state of the attack, describing such a report as a presentation of the galah from his statement.

In a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja, the Director of Defense Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, said the alleged attribution was “misleading and expelled from the context.” This clarification follows public anger and critical comments triggered by media reports and statements from advocacy groups, including the national coalition against mass murder and impunity.

According to Brig. General Gusau, General Musa’s comments were made in good faith and were part of a broader attraction for community awareness, cooperation with security forces, and unity in dealing with threats to national peace and security.

“There is no CD point that intends to blame the victim or justify the heinous actions taken by criminal elements in the state of the benue or elsewhere,” Gusau said. “His comments aim to highlight the complex reality in the conflict zone and the need for collective security awareness.”

The defense headquarters acknowledged that the situation in Yelwata, the state of Benue – where the new lives was lost in an attack by an unknown attacker – those who were very sensitive. Gusau stressed that playing CDS messages for political or advocacy purposes that damage national security efforts and deepen public distrust.

“It is regrettable that the advocacy group will twist the narrative and efforts to politicize such tragic and sensitive problems,” added the defense spokesman.

Human rights organizations and community stakeholders have expressed concern that the statement of General Musa is “careless and insensitive,” a claim that was rejected by the military. Prison. General Gusau insisted that General Moses had consistently showed empathy and commitment to all Nigerians, regardless of ethnic, religious, or regional backgrounds.

“General Moses continued to work tirelessly to protect life, foster civil-military cooperation, and uphold the highest standards of professionalism, compassion, and integrity in all military operations,” he said.

The defense head office urges media outlets, civil society organizations, and citizens to be involved constructively, verify information before publication, and avoid rhetoric that can ignite a tense national atmosphere.

“We respect the right of citizens to voice concerns,” Gusau said, “but we also call on responsibility in public discourse, especially on sensitive problems such as national security and communal conflict.”