DHQ Confirms Implementation of Salary Increase for Military Personnel

THISDAYLIVE | 01-10-2026 06:39am |

The article reports that the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) in Nigeria has confirmed that military personnel are now receiving their September salaries, which include a salary increase that was approved. This update was shared by Maj. Gen. Samaila Uba during a phone call. Additionally, a presidential media team inspected the ongoing construction of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Barracks in Abuja. This project aims to improve living conditions for soldiers and their families by building new accommodations and facilities. When finished, it will house over 1,000 soldiers and serve a community of more than 6,000 people. The inspection was led by Chief Sunday Dare, the Special Adviser to the President on Media, who emphasized that this project is part of the government's commitment to better support military personnel. The construction is also creating jobs for local workers, including engineers and laborers. Overall, these efforts reflect a broader initiative to enhance the welfare of the Nigerian military and improve their infrastructure across the country.

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