Tinubu approves 30–80% salary increase for 250,000 military personnel

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....

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August 4, 2026 · 18:31 · 5 min read

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