President Tinubu Ahmed Tinubu has approved salary increases of between 30 and 80 per cent for Nigeria’s armed forces personnel.
About 250,000 personnel are to benefit from the new deal.
A statement by Mr Bayo Ononuga, his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy revealed that under the new arrangements, which becomes effective from September 1, officers above the rank colonel will enjoy a 30 per cent salary increase. This applies to Brigadier – Grnerals, Major – Generals, Lieutenant – Generals and Generals.
Personnel from colonel down to warrant officer will have 50 per cent increase, while Private to Staff Sergeant will have an 80 per cent increase.
The pay package will increase the yearly salary bill for the country’s armed forces personnel from N600 billion to N924 billion.
According to the statement, President Tinubu has always praised the courage and sacrifices of members of the armed forces as they confront the scourge of banditry, kidnapping and terrorism in some parts of the country.
“The men and women who help to keep us safe in our homes must be supported and appreciated in the course of their duties to our nation.”
“Our administration will continue to prioritize troop welfare and modernise the armed forces by providing the weapons and technological tools needed to discharge their duties.
“Our administration believe that no nation can achieve greatness without security. We therefore remain resolute in mobilising all military enforcement assets to eliminate security threats and protect the lives and property of all Nigerians.
“I urge our servicemen to take our gesture as a sign of our deep appreciation of the services they render to our fatherland.
Together we shall prevail over the enemies intent on destroying the fabric of our nation.
