The Nigerian Army has dismissed as false and malicious a report by an online platform alleging discontent among its personnel over delayed promotions and stagnant salaries under the leadership of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Lt.-Col. Appolonia Anele, refuted the claims, describing them as baseless and misleading. Anele stressed that promotions within the Nigerian Army are strictly based on merit, adherence to established criteria, and the availability of vacancies, as stipulated in the 2024 Armed Forces of Nigeria Harmonized Terms and Conditions of Service for Soldiers, Ratings, and Airmen.
He further emphasized that the promotion process is transparent, systematic, and aligned with global military best practices, covering all ranks from Private to Army Warrant Officer.
On allegations regarding stagnant pay, Anele clarified that salary adjustments for military personnel fall under the jurisdiction of constitutionally designated federal institutions, not the discretionary control of the Army’s leadership.
The Army urged the public to disregard the report, describing it as a deliberate attempt to misinform and incite unnecessary tension within the ranks.
