Nigerian Armed Forces retirees, under the Coalition of Military Pensioners, have shut down the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja.
Cyber Reporters gathered that this drastic measure was taken in response to the non-payment of their 20% to 28% salary increment from January to November 2024.
The retired military officers, who converged from different chapters, expressed their frustration and disappointment at the Federal Government’s failure to pay their entitlements.
They lamented that despite their dedication and service to the country, they have been neglected in their retirement.
The retirees’ demands include payment of palliatives from October 2023 to November 2024, payment of N32,000 added to pension, payment of Security Debarment Allowance, SDA, in bulk, and refund of deductions made from the pensions of medically boarded soldiers, among others.
The protest highlights the plight of military retirees, who have dedicated their lives to serving the country, only to be neglected in their retirement.
The Federal Government’s failure to pay their entitlements has left them feeling frustrated, disappointed, and abandoned.
