Tinubu approves up to 80% salary increase for Nigerian soldiers

Junior soldiers, who make up much of the military’s frontline fighting force, received the largest percentage increase, suggesting the government is directing the biggest pay improvements to personnel most actively engaged in combat operations.

By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — President Bola Tinubu has approved salary increases ranging from 30 to 80 per cent for personnel of the Nigerian Armed Forces. The new pay package, which takes effect from September 1, 2026, is expected to benefit about 250,000 military personnel. A statement by the President’s Special Ad

President Tinubu has approved a significant salary hike (30-80%) for Nigeria’s armed forces personnel, effective September 1, 2026.