By Folayimika Akanbi
About 250,000 personnel of the Nigeria’s Armed Forces are expected to benefit from salary increase following the approval of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The pay rise, which is between 30 and 80 per cent for the beneficiaries, becomes effective from September 1, 2026.
The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday.
Titled “President Tinubu approves salary increases for armed forces personnel,” the statement indicated that officers above the rank of colonel will enjoy a 30 per cent salary increase under the new arrangement.
It said 30 per cent salary increase applies to Brigadier-Generals, Major-Generals, Lieutenant Generals and Generals.
Personnel from colonel down to warrant officer will have a 50 per cent increase, while Private to Staff Sergeant will have an 80 per cent increase.
The pay package, according to the statement, will increase the yearly salary bill for the country’s armed forces personnel from N660 billion to N924 billion.
It said 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 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,” the statement quoted the President to have said.
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