By Kingsley Omonobi
The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has commended President Bola Tinubu for approving a salary increase for personnel of the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, Matawalle described the decision as “a landmark demonstration of the Federal Government’s unwavering commitment to the welfare, morale and operational effectiveness of the gallant officers and men who continue to make immense sacrifices in defence of the nation’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.”
The minister said the review of military salaries had remained a priority since the inception of the current administration, adding that he personally championed the initiative within government.
He thanked President Tinubu for what he described as his visionary leadership and commitment to the welfare of military personnel.
