President Bola Tinubu has approved a salary increase of between 30 and 80 per cent for personnel of Nigeria’s armed forces, with about 250,000 personnel set to benefit from the new pay package.
A statement signed by presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, said the new salary structure takes effect from September 1.
Under the arrangement, officers above the rank of colonel — including Brigadier-Generals, Major-Generals, Lieutenant Generals and Generals — will receive a 30 per cent increase.
Personnel ranking from colonel to warrant officer will get a 50 per cent raise, while those from Private to Staff Sergeant will enjoy the highest increase of 80 per cent.
The new pay package will push the armed forces’ yearly salary bill from N660 billion to N924 billion.
Tinubu, who has consistently praised the courage of military personnel confronting banditry, kidnapping and terrorism across parts of the country, said the gesture reflects his administration’s appreciation for their sacrifices.
“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,” he said.
“Our administration will continue to prioritise troop welfare and modernise the armed forces by providing the weapons and technological tools needed to discharge their duties.
“Our administration believes that no nation can achieve greatness without security. We therefore remain resolute in mobilising all military and law 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.”
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