The Digest:
The Nigerian Army received only N1.46 billion of the N20.56 billion budgeted for security equipment in 2025, representing a paltry 7.11% disbursement, according to the federal government's Open Treasury Portal. The Nigerian Air Force fared slightly better with 33.33% of its N15.75 billion equipment budget released. Experts warn that gross underfunding has undermined military efficiency in fighting terrorism and banditry, with over 2,350 Nigerians killed in the first quarter of 2026 alone.
Key Points:
- Only 4.96% of N336.76bn for army defence equipment was released.
- No funds were released for aircraft fuel, barracks construction, or welfare packages.
- Over 10,000 Nigerians were killed in 2025 amid military funding gaps.
- Senator Ndume confirms soldiers lack MRAPs, gun trucks, and ammunition.
- Experts call for sanitised procurement and enhanced accountability.
Security experts warn that without adequate funding, Nigeria's military cannot effectively combat escalating insurgency and banditry.
Sources: Daily Trust
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