Tinubu Approves 30% To 80% Salary Increase For Armed Forces Personnel

In a major boost for national security personnel, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved salary increases ranging from 30 to 80 percent for members of the Nigerian Armed Forces.

Approximately 250,000 officers and men are set to benefit from this enhanced remuneration package designed to elevate troop welfare and morale.

The new salary structure takes effect on September 1, significantly scaling up the annual national security budget allocation for the military’s payroll from ₦660 billion to ₦924 billion.

The decision was officially announced on Tuesday by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, who emphasized that the review reflects the administration’s deep appreciation for the sacrifices made by security forces in safeguarding the country.

Under the newly approved remuneration plan, the increments are distributed across various ranks to ensure a balanced enhancement:

• Private to Staff Sergeant: Enjoy the highest increase of 80%.

• Colonel down to Warrant Officer: Receive a 50% increment.

• Officers above the rank of Colonel: Receive a 30% salary increase.

President Tinubu lauded the courage and dedication displayed by military personnel in combating critical threats such as banditry, kidnapping, and terrorism across the federation.

“The men and women who help to keep us safe in our homes must be supported and appreciated in the course of their duties to our nation,” President Tinubu stated.

He assured that his administration remains steadfast in modernizing the armed forces by supplying advanced weapons and technological tools necessary for operational efficiency.

Stressing that security is foundational to sustainable national development, the President added that the government will continue leveraging all law enforcement assets to eliminate threats and protect citizens.

President Tinubu urged all servicemen to view the salary review as a testament to the nation’s gratitude, expressing confidence that collective resilience will prevail over security challenges facing the country.