You’ll get your allowances this week, Buratai assures soldiers

In less than 24 hours after an anonymous Nigerian soldier wrote an open letter to president Muhammadu Buhari, chief of army staff, Tukur Buratai has just reassured the Nigeria Army of their full allowances before the week runs out.

In the open letter, the person complained about corruption, poor welfare, poor staffing among other problems facing the army.

Responding to this , Buratai says all outstanding allowance will be paid before this week runs out.

In the statement, Usman said Buratai sent letters to soldiers on the battlefront to encourage and motivate them.

“The chief of army staff (COAS), Nigerian Army, Lieutenant General Tukur Yusufu Buratai has today despatched a special message of assurance, encouragement and commendation to troops of the Nigerian Army engaged in various operations both within and outside the country,” the statement read.

“This is contained in a letter sent to various formations and corps commanders, as well as commanders of the various training institutions of the Nigerian Army on Sunday 5th November 2017.

“In the letter, Lieutenant General Buratai showered encomiums on the troops for the unflinching loyalty, perseverance, courage and dedication to duty which brought about the desired success in the fight against terrorism, insurgency and other criminal activities.

“He also paid glowing tribute to those troops stationed outside the shores of our great nation.

“The COAS has also assured troops especially those on Operation LAFIYA DOLE of their welfare. This is coming from the good news of the release of funds for the payment of operational allowances and logistics for the Third Quarter 2017 from the Ministry of Defence.

“He further stated that this would facilitate the payment of operational allowances owed to them for the last 2 months this week accordingly.

“The COAS while thanking them for their patriotism, patience and understanding, further reiterated that he will ensure that as usual, all funds meant for the troops and the Operation LAFIYA DOLE will always be paid promptly when received from the appropriate Ministries.

“He further stated that the Nigerian Army High Command under his leadership will continue to remain responsible, responsive and accountable to troops’ operational requirements.”