President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the release of funds to settle outstanding pensions and entitlements owed to retired military personnel, alongside a salary increment for active members of Nigeria’s armed forces.
The development was announced by the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, in a statement issued by the ministry’s spokesperson, Henshaw Ogubike, on Friday.
In addition to the salary increase, the president also approved the payment of three months’ salary arrears. Alerts for these payments have already begun reaching military personnel, providing a significant morale boost for the armed forces.
Minister Matawalle commended Tinubu’s dedication to the welfare of both serving and retired military members.
He emphasized that clearing pension arrears for retirees remains a top priority for the administration.
“Despite initial setbacks, the President is committed to doing everything within his power to uplift our military forces as they tackle the challenges of insecurity,” Matawalle said.