Army Defends Lawful Dismissal of Lance Corporal “Soja Boi” After Podcast Appearance

The Nigerian Army says it dismissed Lance Corporal Rotimi Olamilekan, known as Soja Boi, for serious breaches of discipline rather than for his views on political leadership. According to spokesperson Apollonia Anele, Olamilekan violated the Armed Forces Social Media Policy by making unauthorised media appearances, commercialising his military identity, producing partisan content, and misusing his uniform. The Army also rejected his claims about poor soldier welfare as false and baseless. The statement outlines the structured remuneration and allowances system under the Manual of Financial Administration for Armed Forces of Nigeria. It affirms that uniforms, protective gear, arms, and ammunition are issued through established logistics channels. The Army warns that misleading allegations can harm public confidence and troop morale, and reaffirms its commitment to discipline and personnel welfare.

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