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Many Nigerian soldiers reportedly resign, join Ukraine, British armies
Many Nigerian soldiers reportedly resign, join Ukraine, British armies
Over 20 soldiers in the Nigerian Army have reportedly resigned to enlist in military forces abroad, including the British and Ukrainian armies, as well as those of other Commonwealth nations, according to insider reports obtained by SaharaReporters.
The widespread resignations are said to stem from dissatisfaction over poor welfare, inadequate resources, and a lack of motivation within the Nigerian Army, the online newspaper reported Thursday.
Sources revealed that the departing soldiers are primarily from the medical corps, with additional personnel expected to leave soon, as many resignations are still pending approval.
Expressing their frustrations, the sources cited the government’s failure to provide them with adequate living conditions, modern military equipment, and sufficient compensation to effectively address the growing threats posed by non-state actors across the country.
“A group of 27 personnel from the medical corps are leaving, and more are expected from the infantry and armoured corps,” a military source shared with SaharaReporters. “The situation is no longer sustainable, and soldiers are actively seeking opportunities in foreign armies like the British, Ukrainian, and Russian forces, as well as other Commonwealth military units.”
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A document obtained by SaharaReporters reportedly confirmed the mass resignations. Issued by the Department of Personnel Management at Muhammadu Buhari Cantonment on August 24, 2024, the document officially approved the voluntary discharge of 27 soldiers.
The document stated: “In line with References A and B, the Chief of Army Staff, via NASHO Reference C, has approved the voluntary discharge of the listed soldiers, effective from November 1, 2024, with final disengagement set for November 30.”
It also instructed relevant military units to recover all military-issued items, including arms, ammunition, and combat gear, from the departing personnel before their exit.
Efforts to reach the Nigerian Army spokesperson, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, for comments by SaharaReporters were unsuccessful.
This situation follows repeated reports of delayed payments and unpaid allowances to Nigerian soldiers.
Earlier in the week, it was reported that the Nigerian government had yet to pay the August salaries of army personnel.
Many Nigerian soldiers reportedly resign, join Ukraine, British armies
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Supreme Court dismisses 16 govs suit challenging EFCC legality
Supreme Court dismisses 16 govs suit challenging EFCC legality
The Supreme Court has dismissed the suit by 16 states challenging the constitutionality of the acts establishing the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and two others.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the other agencies are the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission (ICPC) and the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU).
In the lead judgment by Justice Uwani Abba-Aji delivered on Friday, the Supreme Court resolved the six issues raised for determination in the suit against the plaintiffs.
The court held that the laws establishing the anti-corruption agencies were validly enacted by the National Assembly within its legislative competence.
It faulted the claim by the plaintiffs that the EFCC Act, being a product of the United Nations convention on corruption, ought to be ratified by majority of the state houses of assembly.
Delivering judgement on Friday, Justice Abba-Aji ruled that “the EFCC Act, which was not established from a treaty but a convention, does not need the ratification of the houses of assembly.”
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Executive Secretary FCDA Hadi Ahmad suspended indefinitely
Executive Secretary FCDA Hadi Ahmad suspended indefinitely
Executive Secretary, Federal Capital Development Authority FCDA, Engr. Shehu Hadi Ahmad, has been suspended indefinitely.
His suspicion was on the order of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike.
Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media to the Minister, Lere Olayinka, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday evening.
No reason was given for the suspension.
Ahmad was directed to hand over to the Director, Engineering Services in the FCDA.
The statement read: “The Executive Secretary, Federal Capital Development Authority FCDA, Engr. Shehu Hadi Ahmad, has been suspended indefinitely.
“According to a statement on Thursday, by Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media to the Minister of Federal Capital Territory FCT, Nyesom Wike, the suspension of Engr Hadi Ahmad is with immediate effect.
“The suspended Executive Secretary has consequently been directed to hand over to the Director of Engineering Services, Engr in the FCDA.”
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Just in: Rivers, Anambra high court judges suspended for one year
Just in: Rivers, Anambra high court judges suspended for one year
The National Judicial Council (NJC) has suspended two state high court for over acts of professional misconduct.
The NJC named the affected judges as Justice G. C Aguma of the High Court of Rivers State and Justice A.O Nwabunike of the Anambra State High Court.
They were both suspended for the period of one year without pay and thereafter placed on watch list for two years.
The decision was taken at the 107th Meeting of the NJC chaired by the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Hon. Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun on 13 and 14 November 2024.
A total of five serving judicial officers were sanctioned for various acts of misconduct.
The Council also recommended two Heads of Court for compulsory retirement over falsification of age.
The duo of the Chief Judge of Imo State, Hon. Justice T. E. Chukwuemeka Chikeka and the Grand Kadi of Yobe State, Hon. Kadi Babagana Mahdi, were recommended for compulsory retirement for falsification of their ages.
The Council considered the Report of its Preliminary Complaints Assessment Committee, which considered a total number of 30 petitions, empanelled six committees for further investigation.
Twenty-two cases were dismissed for lacking in merit, two were sub judice.
The Council also empanelled a committee to investigate all complaints and petitions against Hon. Justice O. A. Ojo, Chief Judge, Osun State.
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