The Ministry of Defence has welcomed the conferment of an Honorary Fellowship on the Honourable Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd) OFR, by the Nigerian Institution of Surveyors.
The prestigious award was presented to the minister on May 4, 2026, during a ceremony at the Ministry’s headquarters, Ship House in Abuja. The Nigerian Institution of Surveyors said the honour recognises General Musa’s outstanding leadership, dedicated service, and significant contributions to national security in his role as Minister of Defence.
According to the institute, the ceremony was originally scheduled for December 2025 but was brought forward due to pressing service exigencies and to ensure timely recognition of the minister’s exceptional record of performance. “This marks the second time in the history of the Nigerian Institution of Surveyors that such a distinguished honour has been awarded, highlighting the exceptional nature of the recognition,” it noted.
The Ministry of Defence described the award as a reflection of General Musa’s “unwavering commitment, professionalism, and the collective efforts of the Armed Forces of Nigeria in safeguarding the nation’s territorial integrity and advancing national development.” It also reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening collaboration with professional bodies such as the Nigerian Institution of Surveyors, acknowledging their vital role in national growth and development.
The Nigerian Institution of Surveyors is one of the country’s oldest professional bodies, tracing its origins to 1934 when it was established as the Licensed Surveyors Association under the leadership of the late nationalist Herbert Heelas Macaulay. In 1960 the association evolved into the Land Surveyors Association of Nigeria before adopting its current name.
The statement was issued by Enderline Chukwu, Deputy Director of Information and Public Relations, on behalf of the Director of Information and Public Relations.
