Army Minimum Wage Jumps from ₦49,000 to ₦100,000, Defence Minister Confirms

The Minister of Defence has confirmed that the federal government has doubled the minimum monthly pay for Nigerian soldiers from ₦49,000 to ₦100,000. He acknowledged during a recent TV interview that, despite this increase, the current defence budget still falls short of meeting the armed forces’ needs. The minister also dismissed claims by social media influencer Justice Crack that soldiers are poorly fed, accusing him of editing meal videos to mislead viewers. The influencer was arrested in March over alleged misinformation and is now facing prosecution after obtaining bail. These developments highlight ongoing efforts and challenges in improving military welfare amid funding constraints.

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