Nigerian Army to Introduce New Uniforms for Officers and Soldiers

The Nigerian Army has announced plans to roll out new uniforms for all officers and personnel, part of a broader welfare and modernization drive aimed at boosting morale and operational readiness.

                                            

Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, disclosed this during a visit to Godwin Ally Barracks in Ogoja, Cross River State, on Wednesday.

Oluyede explained that the initiative falls under the Army’s “Soldiers First” campaign, designed to:

• Improve troop morale

• Standardize operational readiness

• Ensure all personnel receive essential supplies alongside the new uniforms

He emphasized that equipping soldiers properly remains a top priority for the Army’s leadership.

Following the visit, Lt. Col. Appolonia Anele, Acting Director of Army Public Relations, issued a statement highlighting other welfare measures:

• Schools in Army barracks across Nigeria will be redesigned to deliver quality education for soldiers’ children.

• Renovations are underway at Godwin Ally Barracks, addressing deteriorating facilities.

• The Army has increased Ration Cash Allowance, giving commanders more capacity to feed soldiers adequately.

While inspecting troops under the 82 Division’s Area of Responsibility, the COAS urged soldiers to:

• Maintain professionalism and discipline despite difficult operational demands

• Cooperate with other security agencies and host communities to sustain peace and stability

• Stay committed to their duty of defending Nigeria, even under challenging conditions

Oluyede personally thanked soldiers for their sacrifices and reassured them of continued government support.