Nigeria Lagos State Government Appeals to Youths to Enlist in Military

The Lagos State Government is urging local youths to enlist in the military to bolster national security. Secretary to the State Government, Mrs. Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, expressed concern over low participation rates among Lagos indigenes during a meeting with the Police Community Relations Committee.

The Lagos State Government has called on local youths to enlist in the military to strengthen national security. During a recent meeting with the Police Community Relations Committee in Ikeja, the Secretary to the State Government, Mrs. Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, expressed concern over the low participation of Lagos indigenes in military recruitment. She noted that the Federal Government allocates 150 slots for each state, and lamented that Lagos is underrepresented in the armed forces.

Salu-Hundeyin emphasized that security is a collective responsibility and that military service is vital for both the state and the nation. She highlighted the importance of youth involvement in ensuring safety and security, stating that it should not be limited to any particular group. Unfortunately, she observed that many young people in Lagos are hesitant to join the military, often viewing it as unattractive or irrelevant.

The call for enrollment has sparked a mixed response from the public, with many questioning the commitment of government officials and their families to join the military. Critics have voiced their concerns on social media, suggesting that if government leaders truly believed in the cause, they should lead by example and encourage their children to enlist. Overall, the Lagos State Government’s appeal reflects a desire to enhance local representation in the military and improve security efforts across the state.