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The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, announced an increase in the daily Ration Cash Allowance for troops of the Nigerian Army from N1,500 to N3,000, effective from the end of March.

Oluyede made the announcement on Wednesday while addressing officers and soldiers of the 81 Division of the Nigerian Army at the 9th Brigade Parade Ground in Ikeja, Lagos, during his duty tour of project sites within the division’s area of responsibility.

Expressing disappointment that troops were still receiving N1,500 as their daily feeding allowance, the COAS assured them of his commitment to improving their welfare.

He also acknowledged the accommodation challenges facing serving warrant officers, many of whom do not own homes to retire to.
To address this issue, Oluyede revealed that the Nigerian Army has introduced a housing scheme to ensure retiring officers have a place to live after service.

“I am going to build on what my predecessors have done in improving the welfare of our personnel. In December, under the Nigerian Army Housing Scheme, we unveiled the first set of houses in Abuja.

As I speak, we are beginning a new set in Ibadan. We have also secured land for another set in Jos. Additionally, we are developing housing units in Port Harcourt, Owerri, and Akwa Ibom states,” he said.

The COAS added that the scheme would provide soldiers with affordable housing options, noting that no other place in Nigeria offers two- or three-bedroom houses for as low as N8 million.

“This will ensure a widespread distribution of houses that soldiers can subscribe to. You will all agree with me that there is nowhere in Nigeria where you can buy a two- or three-bedroom house for as low as N8 million.

“This is a significant investment by the Army to ensure you have a comfortable post-service life. In fact, we are accelerating the process so that more personnel can benefit. I want you to believe in this system because it is worthwhile,” he said.

Oluyede further announced the introduction of a low-interest loan scheme for soldiers, with a three per cent interest rate.

“As for the loan scheme, it comes with just a 3% interest rate. If you go to banks, the lowest interest rate you will find is around 25%. We have deliberately kept our rate low to make it accessible. More funds will be injected into the scheme, so if you have pressing financial needs, you are encouraged to apply,” he explained.

However, the COAS advised soldiers to borrow only when necessary.

“I want to advise that if you don’t truly need it, or if you are not in urgent need, it’s best not to take it. It is easy to obtain but difficult to repay. That said, it is available to you, it is your right, and you can apply for it at any time. Once approved, you will receive it as quickly as possible,” he added.

Addressing complaints about soldiers purchasing their uniforms, Oluyede assured them that the Army had commenced the distribution of 100,000 kits per month.

“We have allocated uniforms to smaller divisions. The next phase will cover the 82nd Division. Once we complete distribution there, we will proceed here and issue more uniforms. I can assure you that before the end of the year, you will likely receive another set,” he said.

The COAS acknowledged the difficulty in obtaining military kits but reassured troops that efforts were being made to ensure they received necessary supplies.

Oluyede, while encouraging the personnel to remain dedicated to their duties, emphasised that their commitment was crucial to the success of the Army.

https://punchng.com/coas-raises-troops-feeding-allowance-to-n3000-daily/

-Kiss the truth!

Nigeria is a failed country I swear

Hummmm

It should be 15k daily.
These are people who put their lives at risk for everyone of us to be able to live and sleep well.

They should be able to eat good and eat well.
Using a standard eatery around:

2 beef: 2,400
Rice 2 portions: 2400
Bottled water: 200
Total: 5k per meal.

So 5k X 3 = 15k daily.

For a plate of food?

Shey na like this we go dey dey

Na wa oooo ....3k daily

Better

Are you saying they were getting less a proper meal cost more than 3K and yet they want to feed our troops with 3k daily

that is 90k for feeding allowance,
feeding allowance is more than minimum wage

TimeManager:

Everyday you wake up, look into the mirror and say to yourself that your life has failed. Say it every morning while beating your chest.
God bless Nigeria.

-Kiss the truth!

Is your stipend from the govt up to that 3k daily?

You stink.

The ring of protection between the exploitative elites and the wrath of the people.

They have to be taken care of.

Understood…

Lol
Money that one general will still divert

TimeManager:
-Kiss the truth!

How much is it in Dollar? you are getting sicker with every ing day


Lick the truth

leo047:
Na wa oooo ....3k daily

I know you are from the sad region that's why you cannot see that it is only feeding allowance

You thinking it is labour work of 3k daily

God punish and perish enemies of Nigeria

Many local restaurants sell 1K without meat . You need balance diet to fight terrorist. Soldiers go up to three days without food at the battle front .

Like seriously? #3k daily? All soldiers should drop their rifles and allow officers to go to fight . Imagine a country is feeding her soldier with less than $2 daily? Why are plenty useless grown up people full Nigeria like this? So that bastard COAS is ok with $2 in a whole day. Holding a rifle for 12hrs alone sef. Haaa God.

Shidinky:
Lol
Money that one general will still divert

Gotocourt:

Not bad!
Tinubu walking the talk . That is N90,000 per month on top of the Salary.
Boosting the morale of our law enforcement.

Hussein035:


I know you are from the sad region that's why you cannot see that it is only feeding allowance

You thinking it is labour work of 3k daily

God punish and perish enemies of Nigeria

Many restaurants sell 1k per plate without meat . Na malnourished meal you go use fight terrorist

TimeManager:


https://punchng.com/coas-raises-troops-feeding-allowance-to-n3000-daily/

Good for a start.

While one former governor and a presidential candidate of one yeye party could not pay Jonathan minimum wage of 18k monthly to workers of his state.

Who are the ones getting the 3k daily feeding allowance.is it those in the battle field or all the military guys including the officers.
If it is been monetize it's better than crediting one thieve to be cooking for them and they end up giving them what is not up to 1500 in real value

$2
Nice one!

What is 3k Lol

What is 3k for a soldier man daily feeding...There was a country. Nigerians are too wicked.

TimeManager:
-Kiss the truth!

Money wey no reach me drink beer a day