{"id":2373,"date":"2026-10-28T13:46:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-28T13:46:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/globalnigerianews.com\/index.php\/2026\/10\/28\/justify-pay-rise-with-dedication-army-commander-urges-soldiers\/"},"modified":"2026-10-28T13:46:00","modified_gmt":"2026-10-28T13:46:00","slug":"justify-pay-rise-with-dedication-army-commander-urges-soldiers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/globalnigerianews.com\/index.php\/2026\/10\/28\/justify-pay-rise-with-dedication-army-commander-urges-soldiers\/","title":{"rendered":"Justify pay rise with dedication, Army commander urges soldiers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 1 Division, Nigerian Army, Maj.-Gen. Abubakar Wase, has urged troops to justify the Federal Government\u2019s recent pay rise through renewed dedication, professionalism and commitment to duty.\n<\/p>\n<p>Wase, who is also the Commander, Sector 1, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, gave the charge while addressing troops of 171 Battalion in Daura, Katsina State, on Wednesday.\n<\/p>\n<p>This is contained in a statement issued by Col. Abubakar Abdullahi, Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 1 Division Nigerian Army.\n<\/p>\n<p>Wase said the salary increase reflected the Federal Government\u2019s appreciation of the sacrifices and selfless service of military personnel in protecting the country.<\/p>\n<p>He said the improved remuneration should encourage troops to strengthen their commitment to tackling security challenges and safeguarding the nation.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe salary increase reflects the Federal Government\u2019s appreciation of the sacrifices and selfless service of our military personnel in protecting the country,\u201d he said.\n<\/p>\n<p>The GOC reminded the troops that improved remuneration came with greater responsibilities, urging them to redouble their efforts in the discharge of their duties.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cGreater remuneration comes with increased responsibilities. I urge you to redouble your efforts in tackling security challenges and safeguarding the nation,\u201d Wase said.\n<\/p>\n<p>He charged the soldiers to remain vigilant and professional while prioritising the protection of themselves, civilians and military equipment entrusted to them. <\/p>\n<div class=\"read-also\">\n<header>Related News<\/header>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Wase also reaffirmed the Division\u2019s commitment to addressing the administrative and logistical needs of personnel to improve operational efficiency.\n<\/p>\n<p>He said efforts were ongoing to ensure that troops deployed to operational areas received the necessary support to perform their assignments effectively.\n<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOur commitment remains to ensuring that troops in operational areas receive the necessary support to carry out their assignments effectively,\u201d he said.\n<\/p>\n<p>The GOC also addressed members of the Nigerian Army Soldiers\u2019 Wives Association (NASWA), describing them as indispensable pillars of support for military personnel.\n<\/p>\n<p>He commended the women for their endurance and sacrifices, urging them to remain steadfast in supporting and encouraging their husbands.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cYour endurance, sacrifices and support are invaluable to the morale and well-being of our troops. I encourage you to remain steadfast in supporting and encouraging your husbands,\u201d Wase said.\n<\/p>\n<p>He added that a stable and supportive home environment contributed significantly to troops\u2019 morale, psychological well-being and operational effectiveness.\n<\/p>\n<p>According to him, the welfare of soldiers and their families remained important to maintaining commitment and effectiveness in military operations.\n<\/p>\n<p>Abdullahi said the visit formed part of the GOC\u2019s engagement with troops and their families to reinforce commitment to duty and promote personnel welfare.\n                    <\/p>\n<p>Source: <\/p>\n<div class=\"nSourse\">Punch Newspapers &#8211; Latest News<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 1 Division, Nigerian Army, Maj.-Gen. 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