An aggrieved soldier of the Nigerian Army has written an open letter on behalf of his colleagues to President Bola Tinubu expressing deep concern about the poor treatment and inadequate welfare of military personnel.
The soldier highlights the significant gap between meager salaries and the hazardous conditions soldiers face, emphasizing that the current monthly salary of fifty thousand naira is insufficient for basic needs.
The letter calls for the President’s attention to address the challenges faced by soldiers and suggests halting recruitment or reducing mandatory service years if welfare concerns persist.
The soldier advocates for comprehensive military reform to recognize and address the sacrifices made by rank and file soldiers.
