Amid Hardship, Nigerian Army Increases Feeding Allowance From N1200 To N1500 For Soldiers Risking Their life Fighting Boko Haram, Bandits, Others
The RCA takes care of the feeding of Nigerian military personnel in lieu of “central feeding.”
Amidst the harsh economic conditions, the Nigerian Army has announced the upward review of Ration Cash Allowance for its personnel, taking it from N1200 to N1500, SaharaReporters has exclusively gathered.
The RCA takes care of the feeding of Nigerian military personnel in lieu of “central feeding.”
Where the central feeding arrangement is available, the affected personnel are fed centrally.
“RCA is applicable under the following conditions: 1. Military personnel on residential courses at military institutions outside their normal place of abode.
“2. Military personnel on 24-hour guard.
“3. Military personnel on hospital admission in military hospitals.
“4. Military personnel on approved military exercises and operations.
“5. Military personnel on escort or temporary duty lasting 24 hours or more outside their duty station.”
In the signal exclusively obtained by SaharaReporters, the move was said to be in line with the Chief of Army Staff’s philosophy to transform the army into a well trained, equipped and highly motivated force.
The signal was dated January 29, 2024 and signed by E.E. Emekah, a Major General on behalf of the Chief of Army Staff, Taoreed Lagbaja.
“In line with the COAS Command Philosophy to transform the NA into a well trained, equipped and highly motivated force, the COAS has further increased the Ration Cash Allowance (RCA) of our dedicated troops from N1,200 to N1,500 per day with effect from 1 Feb 24,” it read.
“This review is part of his ongoing commitment to the welfare of troops and the continuous enhancement of their operational capabilities to build morale to a very high battle-winning level.
“It is pertinent to state that all formations and unit commanders should note that the monthly sustenance for Feb 24 has been worked with the new rate by the department.
“In view of the above, I am directed to enjoin all formations and unit commanders to ensure they reflect the review of the RCA
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