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The Digest:

Senator Ali Ndume has called for urgent salary increases for Nigeria's armed forces, highlighting the stark disparity between lawmakers' earnings and the compensation of those defending the nation. According to the lawmaker, while a soldier's basic pay has risen to ₦104,000, it remains inadequate compared to international standards and even Senate earnings.

Key Points:
  • Senator Ndume appealed directly to President Tinubu to prioritize security personnel's wages
  • A soldier’s basic monthly salary recently increased from ₦50,000 to ₦104,000
  • Ndume cited foreign armies where soldiers earn the equivalent of ₦3 million monthly
  • He openly acknowledged that senators earn more than troops risking their lives
  • The lawmaker emphasized that adequate compensation reflects the national value of security forces
  • The call comes amid ongoing security operations nationwide
  • No official response yet from the presidency regarding the appeal
As those who protect the nation struggle with inadequate compensation, the debate over equitable pay reveals deeper questions about how Nigeria values sacrifice and service.

Sources: Vanguard