President Bola Tinubu has approved a new salary structure for personnel of the Nigerian Armed Forces, with pay increases ranging from 30 to 80 percent depending on rank
The revised package, which will take effect from September 1, is expected to benefit about 250,000 military personnel across the country.
Under the new salary scale, officers from the rank of Brigadier-General to General will receive a 30 percent increase. Personnel from Colonel to Warrant Officer will enjoy a 50 percent raise, while those from Private to Staff Sergeant will receive the highest adjustment of 80 percent.
The review will raise the annual wage bill for the Armed Forces from about ₦660 billion to ₦924 billion.
Tinubu said the increase reflects his administration’s commitment to improving the welfare of military personnel, whom he commended for their dedication in tackling banditry, kidnapping, terrorism and other security challenges across the country.
He said:
“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 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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