Maj. Gen. C.G Musa bio, age, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), career and net worth



Maj. Gen. C.G Musa biography, age, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), profession, and net worth.

Major General Christopher Gwabin Musa is a Nigerian armed forces officer and the present Chief of Defence Staff (CDS).

He was appointed to the role by President Bola Tinubu in June 2023, succeeding General Lucky Irabor, who had been in office since January 2021.

Maj. Gen. C.G Musa Biography & Profile Overview

Christopher Gwabin Musa was born on December 25, 1967, in Sokoto State, Northwest Nigeria. Although his roots are traced back to the Zangon Kataf Local Government Area in Kaduna State, he completed his primary and secondary education in the caliphate region.

Full Name Christopher Gwabin Musa
Nick Name CG Musa
Date of Birth 25 December 1967
Birth Place Sokoto State in Northwest Nigeria
Age  55 years
Height in Feet-Inches – 5’8”
in meters – 1.72 m
in centimeters – 172 cm
Weight in Kilograms – 72 Kg
in Pounds – 158 lbs
Nationality Nigerian
Sun Sign/Zodiac Sign Scorpio
Profession Army Officer
Rank  Major General
Known for  Chief of Defence Staff
State of Origin Kaduna
Tribe Atyap

Maj. Gen. C.G Musa Career

Following his secondary education completion, Musa enrolled in the Nigerian Defence Academy in Kaduna State in 1986. He underwent extensive and rigorous military training for five years as part of the 38 regular course during a period when the Nigerian military wielded political influence in the nation.

After finishing his training in September 1991, the Nigerian Army commissioned Musa as a second lieutenant in its Infantry Corps, renowned for its demanding nature. Throughout his professional journey, he excelled in numerous assignments, showcasing his dedication and expertise as an able officer.

In 2021, he was assigned to lead the Joint Task Force (North East) for Operation Hadin Kai, a role he maintained until his recent appointment.

In June 2023, Maj-Gen. Christopher Gwabin Musa was designated as the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS).

CG Musa’s Spouse and Children

Major General CG Musa, who is married, has children with his spouse, yet he chooses not to share details about his family.

  • Q.1 Who is CG Musa? Ans. CG Musa, known as Christopher Gwabin Musa, is an officer in the Nigerian Army.
  • Q.2 What is CG Musa’s complete name? Ans. CG Musa’s full name is Christopher Gwabin Musa.
  • Q.3 What is CG Musa’s current age? Ans. CG Musa, born on 25 December 1967 in Sokoto State in northwest Nigeria, is currently 55 years old.
  • Q.4 What faith does CG Musa follow? Ans. CG Musa is a national of Nigeria and practices Christianity.