The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Matawalle in the spirit of the Christmas celebration has intervened in the December salary delay of troops carrying out their duty in protecting Nigerians.
The intervention was said to have become necessary in the heat of non payment of December salary to Nigerian soldiers at the festive season.
According to a signed statement by the Director Information and Public Relations, Henshaw Ogubike made available to Channel Network Afrique, CNA, the minister inview of the critical nature of the situation had engaged with the Accountant General of the Federation and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to expedite the resolution of the salary payment delay.
Dr. Matawalle said the military personnel can now celebrate with their loved ones with the resolution of the delay in payment of their December salary.
While thanking the concerned authorities for the prompt payment of December salary after his intervention, Matawalle commended the Military for their dedication and commitment to their duties despite the initial challenge saying : ” I hope the payment will boost your morale to carry on your constitutional duty of protecting the nation.”
The Minister further said that he would continually use his good office to promote the well being of the Nigerian Military.
“As the Minister of State for Defence, I am aware of the sacrifices made daily by our brave men and women of the Armed Forces in ensuring the safety and security of our nation. Your dedication, resilience and commitment to duty serve as a beacon of hope and inspiration to us all,” he said.
He charged all Nigerians irrespective of their religion to pray for the Military officers who are out there protecting us and the territorial integrity of our nation.
