The Chief of Army Staff has announced plans to recruit 28,000 new troops into the Nigerian Army as part of efforts to strengthen the fight against insecurity across the country.
The announcement has sparked widespread reactions online, with many Nigerians questioning whether the government has the capacity to properly equip, train, and support such a large number of recruits amid worsening security challenges.
Speaking on the planned recruitment, the Army Chief said:
“We are recruiting 28000 troops to join the Nigerian Army in the fight against Insecurity in Nigeria.”
Following the announcement, social media users shared mixed reactions, with some expressing support while others raised concerns about poor welfare, insecurity, and alleged corruption within the security system.
Reacting on X, a user identified as @Marybeyin wrote:
“28,000 troops is massive. The real question is: will they be properly equipped?”
Another user, @MairoEnoch, questioned the welfare of military personnel:
“Dem want 28,000 people they won’t feed or equip well, while they live lavishly.”
Some Nigerians also expressed fears over the current security situation and the risks associated with joining the military.
“Who wan join una with that poor salary,” @_rubbs20 commented.
Another user, @KelKhelvin, added:
“I no join una for this one. They keep recruiting, bandits still dey kpai people up and down.”
Others argued that the country’s security problems go beyond recruitment and require stronger political commitment.
“The issue is not in recruiting more people into the army. The challenge is the lack of political Will to fight terrorism in Nigeria,” @keluog wrote.
The development comes amid increasing concerns over kidnappings, bandit attacks, and terrorism-related violence affecting different parts of the country.
While authorities insist the recruitment drive will strengthen national security operations, many citizens say meaningful reforms, proper equipment, and better welfare for security personnel are equally necessary in addressing insecurity nationwide.
