Tinubu OKs 30–80% pay hike for 250,000 military personnel

President Bola Tinubu has approved salary increases ranging from 30% to 80% for members of Nigeria’s armed forces, the Office of the President announced.

A press release from Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, said the adjustments will benefit about 250,000 service members and take effect from September 1. 

Under the new structure, senior officers above the rank of colonel, including brigadier-generals, major-generals, lieutenant-generals and generals, will receive a 30% rise.

Officers from colonel down to warrant officer will get a 50% increase, while enlisted personnel from private to staff sergeant will see the largest boost at 80%, the statement added.

The pay overhaul will raise the armed forces’ annual wage bill from N660 billion to N924 billion.

President Tinubu, the statement said, 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 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,” it concluded.

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