Peter Obi has come out to set the record straight, and he says that the viral claim about soldiers and their salaries is completely false.

So here's what really happened.

Reports started flying around claiming that Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), had asked Nigerian soldiers to reject any salary increase until after the 2027 general elections.

Obi says it never happened.

In a statement posted on his X handle on Tuesday, August 11, the former Anambra State governor described the report as misleading and urged Nigerians to disregard it.

According to him, his stance has always been the opposite: that our security forces deserve better welfare, better equipment, better protection and better motivation for the risky job they do.

“I wish to address a recent report that falsely attributes a statement to me, suggesting that Nigerian soldiers should refuse any salary increments until after the elections. This assertion is entirely untrue,” Obi said.

He went on to express his respect for the Nigerian military, especially soldiers serving under tough conditions across the country.

“My profound respect for our security forces, particularly the Nigerian Army personnel who diligently serve and protect our nation under challenging conditions, is unwavering,” he added.

Obi also recalled how he had spoken out in the past when soldiers lost their lives to insurgents due to delayed rescue efforts, questioning why those defending the nation would be left vulnerable.

And looking ahead to 2027, he made his position clear: if elected President, the welfare and safety of military personnel would be top of his agenda.

“Should I be elected President, the well-being, resources, safety, and honour of our soldiers will be a paramount priority,” he said.

Credit: cbinews.tv

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