Tinubu Okays New Service Terms For Military Personnel

President Bola Tinubu has approved the new Harmonised Terms and Conditions of Service (HTACOS) for officers and enlisted personnel in the Nigerian Armed Forces.

The approval, which was disclosed by the Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, signifies a major step towards improving the welfare of soldiers, ratings, and airmen across the nation.

The revised HTACOS is expected to address longstanding concerns within the military regarding service conditions, streamlining policies for officers and enlisted personnel alike.

“President Tinubu presides over the National Defense Council meeting, approved the new harmonized terms and conditions of service (HTACOS ) officers, soldiers /ratings/airmen,” Olusegun wrote on his verified X handle.

By adopting the harmonised framework, the Tinubu administration aims to bolster morale and enhance the operational readiness of Nigeria’s defense forces.

President Tinubu, who chaired the high-level defense council meeting, reiterated his commitment to supporting the armed forces in their crucial role of safeguarding national security.

The development reflects his administration’s broader strategy of prioritizing welfare reforms and strengthening institutional structures.

Details of the harmonised terms were expected to be released by the Ministry of Defence in the coming days.