Northern senators hail Tinubu over military pay rise
Northern Senators commend President Tinubu’s approval of a new military pay rise (30-80%) for Nigerian Armed Forces, effective Sept 1, 2026, boosting moral Read More: https://punchng.com/northern-senators-hail-tinubu-over-military-pay-rise/
Northern senators have praised President Bola Tinubu for approving a significant salary increase for members of the Nigerian Armed Forces, according to the Northern Senators Forum. The pay hike, ranging from 30 to 80 percent depending on rank, will bolster the resolve of troops combating insecurity in the country. Lawan, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Defence, emphasized that this initiative demonstrates the government's commitment to troop welfare and will significantly boost morale among personnel facing threats such as banditry, terrorism, and kidnapping.
The salary hike, effective from September 1, 2026, will increase the annual personnel wage bill from N660bn to N924bn, reflecting the administration's dedication to modernizing the Armed Forces.
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