Okoji Advocates for Enhanced Military Welfare in Nigeria

Asha Okoji, a former governorship aspirant for the Labour Party in Edo State, has advocated for enhanced military welfare to strengthen the fight against insurgency in Nigeria. In her statement, she reacted to the announcement by the Minister of Defence, General Christoph Musa (retd), regarding the increase in the minimum monthly salary for entry-level soldiers from ₦49,000 to ₦100,000.

While she welcomed this improvement, Okoji noted that it marks only the beginning of a broader national conversation on military welfare. She emphasized that genuine military welfare extends beyond salary increases to include comprehensive healthcare, mental health services, decent housing, educational opportunities for military children, and support programs.

Okoji highlighted the importance of investing in military personnel's health and well-being to ensure they are prepared to face Nigeria's complex security challenges, which include terrorism, banditry, and oil theft. She called for strategic reforms in military healthcare and support systems to enhance the overall readiness and resilience of Nigeria's armed forces.