The Nigerian government has approved the sum of N134.7bn for security debarment allowance for retired military personnel.
Defence Minister, Mohammed Badaru disclosed this on Friday at the ministerial briefing to kickstart activities for the 2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration.
Badaru said the approval of the allowance is a demonstration of government’s commitment to veterans’ welfare.
He noted that there will be a phased implementation of the Security Debarment Allowance for the hitherto excluded veterans.
The minister also commended the armed forces for remaining focused and undaunted in their determination to defeat and overcome security threats confronting the country.
“The successes recorded by our Armed Forces have only served as encouragement to persevere until victory is finally assured and all our displaced citizens return home.
“We, therefore, look forward to adopting a proactive approach to combating our security challenges by harnessing our intelligence resources and having strong partnerships with our West African neighbours
“The Federal Government will also continue to equip the Armed Forces with combat capabilities, training and equipment to reduce to the barest minimum, causalities due to operations.
“We are indeed hopeful that the pledge and focus of Mr. President to bring an end to all security challenges quickly will be realised.”
