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The Digest:

Retired Nigerian soldiers have voiced frustration over the disparity in rewards between athletes and military veterans. Following the ₦150 million reward for Super Falcons players, soldiers argue that their years of sacrifice go unnoticed by the government.


Key Points:
  • Soldiers criticize unequal rewards for military and sports achievements
  • A retired corporal calls for fair compensation for soldiers’ sacrifices
  • Disparity between footballers’ rewards and military pensions sparks outrage
  • A personal story shared of a soldier wounded in Boko Haram combat, abandoned by the government
  • Claims that soldiers’ compensation is meagre compared to the funds given to footballers
  • Some soldiers are denied medical treatment or support for injuries sustained in battle
  • Retired officers demand better benefits and recognition for their service

The government’s lavish rewards for sports victories highlight a stark contrast to the neglect faced by veterans, stirring calls for urgent reforms in military welfare.


Sources: X app/ChuksEricE , Punch

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