Threat Of Mutiny Is False Alarm, Says Army

The Nigerian Army has debunked alleged threats of mutiny over salaries and allowances and reaffirmed commitment to troops’ welfare and discipline, describing such reports as false alarm.

A statement by the Nigerian Army Spokesperson, Colonel Appolonia Anele, described the reports on the purported mutiny as false, misleading and deliberately sensational, designed to undermine public confidence and national security.

She said, “At no time has there been any threat of mutiny within the Nigerian Army. Mutiny is a grave offence under military law and alien to the ethos, discipline and professionalism of Nigerian Army personnel, who remain loyal to the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces.”

The statement noted that the report relied solemnly on anonymous, unverifiable claims circulated through non-official channels.

“Such narratives do not represent the views, conduct or disposition of officers and soldiers of the Nigerian Army, who are trained to channel grievances through established military procedures rather than public platforms,” she added.

She explained that promotion increments were only one component of military remuneration and should not be misrepresented as total earnings.

She explained that military pay comprises consolidated salaries, rank-based allowances, operational allowances, field and hardship allowances and other entitlements that vary by deployment, qualification and responsibilities.

“The Nigerian Army, in collaboration with the Armed Forces of Nigeria and relevant government authorities, continues to implement structured welfare reforms, including periodic salary reviews, enhanced operational allowances, improved accommodation, medical care, and insurance packages for troops and their families. Issues relating to allowances are continuously reviewed within approved government frameworks,” she said.

The statement stated further that the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, on assumption of duty, has initiated positive engagements with the appropriate authority on troops welfare, adding that the engagement was already yielding progressive outcomes.

She said contrary to claims of neglect, the Federal Government under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu, has consistently demonstrated commitment to the welfare and operational effectiveness of the Armed Forces, particularly in the face of evolving security challenges.

The statement assured that the Nigerian Army remained a cohesive, disciplined and professional force, fully focused on its constitutional mandate of defending Nigeria’s sovereignty and supporting internal security operations.

The Army warned that an “Attempts to portray the institution as unstable or lawless are not only irresponsible but also detrimental to national security.”

She, therefore, called on the public to disregard such unfounded reports and rely on official communication channels for accurate information concerning the Armed Forces, especially the Nigerian Army.