Tinubu’s ADC promotion violates military norms – Mahdi Shehu
Mahdi Shehu has criticised the recent promotion involving President Bola Tinubu’s Aide-de-Camp (ADC), saying the action goes against established military rules. He argued that promotions in the armed forces are guided by clear procedures and traditions that must be respected at all times. According to Shehu, allowing political influence to affect military promotions could weaken […]
Pratt Elias: Nigeria’s democracy and the civil-military fault line
Pratt Elias has raised renewed concerns about the fragile relationship between Nigeria’s democratic system and its military institutions. He argues that although the country has enjoyed years of civilian rule, unresolved tensions still exist beneath the surface. According to him, these fault lines become visible whenever political instability, insecurity, or governance failures push the military […]
Wike vs Military Land Dispute: Naval officer was unruly – FCT minister’s Aide
An aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has defended the minister’s actions in a recent confrontation involving a Naval officer over a land dispute in Abuja. According to the aide, the officer acted in an unruly manner during the incident, prompting Wike’s response. The aide stated, “The Naval officer […]