President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a new salary structure for Nigerian Armed Forces personnel, introducing salary increases ranging from 30 per cent to 80 per cent across various ranks. The adjustment, expected to take effect from September 1, 2026, is aimed at improving the welfare of military personnel who continue to play critical roles in defending the nation.
The approval by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will significantly increase the annual salary expenditure of the Armed Forces from ₦660 billion to ₦924 billion. The new structure gives higher percentage increases to lower-ranking personnel, reflecting efforts to improve the financial well-being of troops serving in challenging operational environments.
PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU INTRODUCES NEW MILITARY PAY STRUCTURE
Under the salary adjustment approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, officers above the rank of Colonel, including Brigadier-Generals, Major-Generals, Lieutenant-Generals and Generals, will receive a 30 per cent increase in their salaries.
Personnel from the rank of Colonel down to Warrant Officer will benefit from a 50 per cent increase, while rank-and-file personnel from Private to Staff Sergeant will receive the highest adjustment of 80 per cent.
The structure places emphasis on improving the welfare of junior personnel who make up a significant portion of the Armed Forces and are often directly involved in frontline operations against security threats across the country.
PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU LINKS MILITARY WELFARE TO NATIONAL SECURITY
The decision by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu comes amid ongoing efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture and improve conditions for personnel involved in counter-terrorism operations, anti-banditry campaigns and other national security assignments.
Security stakeholders have consistently highlighted the importance of personnel welfare, adequate training, modern equipment and improved working conditions in maintaining an effective military force. The new salary structure is expected to contribute to boosting morale among troops and recognising their sacrifices in protecting the nation.
However, the increase in the Armed Forces salary bill from ₦660 billion to ₦924 billion is also expected to generate discussions about fiscal sustainability and government priorities, especially as Nigeria continues to balance security spending with other areas of national development.
The approval by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu represents a major financial commitment toward military welfare and national security. As implementation begins, OGM News NG will continue to monitor reactions from military personnel, security experts and Nigerians regarding the impact of the new salary structure.
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