Olufemi Oluyede
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has announced an increase in the daily Ration Cash Allowance (RCA) for Nigerian Army troops from N1,500 to N3,000, effective March.
Oluyede made this declaration while addressing officers and soldiers of the 81 Division at the 9th Brigade Parade Ground in Ikeja, Lagos, during his tour of project sites within the division.
Emphasizing his commitment to troop welfare, the COAS acknowledged the housing challenges faced by many Warrant Officers and highlighted ongoing efforts to address the issue. He revealed that the Nigerian Army Housing Scheme had already delivered its first set of houses in Abuja, with additional units under development in Ibadan, Jos, Port Harcourt, Owerri, and Akwa Ibom.
“We are accelerating the process to ensure more personnel benefit. This initiative aims to provide affordable housing, allowing soldiers to secure a home for as little as N8 million. I urge you all to trust the system—it is a worthwhile investment in your future,” Oluyede stated.
