Nigeria's Tinubu approves military pay rise as security challenges persist

ABUJA, Aug 4 - Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has approved pay rises of up to 80% for members of the armed forces, the presidency said on Tuesday, in a move aimed at boosting troop welfare as the country battles insurgency, banditry and kidnappings.

President Tinubu has approved a substantial pay rise for 250,000 Nigerian armed forces personnel, with increases ranging from 30% to 80%.