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The Nigerian Army has dismissed claims that the recent resignation of 196 soldiers was driven by poor welfare or corruption within the military.
The Army clarified that the resignations were voluntary and part of the normal personnel disengagement process.
According to a statement from the Director of Public Relations, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, the widespread allegations of soldiers leaving due to dissatisfaction with welfare are misleading and designed to undermine the integrity of the Nigerian Army.
The statement emphasized that military service in Nigeria, like in other countries, is voluntary, and soldiers have the freedom to resign for various reasons, including medical concerns, the pursuit of other career opportunities, or family obligations.
“It is important to clarify that service in the Nigerian Army is voluntary, giving individuals the freedom and liberty to disengage at will,” the statement read, dismissing rumors of widespread dissatisfaction.
Furthermore, the Army reassured the public that the welfare of personnel remains a top priority under the leadership of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja.
The statement reiterated that soldiers’ disengagement is not tied to any systemic issues within the Army, noting that recruitment into the force remains competitive, with many Nigerians vying for limited spots.
