Defence Headquarters Holds Strategic Retreat with Military Veterans

The Defence Headquarters has held a one-day strategic retreat with leaders of military veterans’ associations in Abuja to strengthen collaboration, enhance veterans’ welfare and promote their continued contribution to national development. The retreat was organised in partnership with the Retired Army, Navy and Air Force Officers’ Association of Nigeria.

In a statement signed by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, represented by the Chief of Defence Operations, Major General Jamal Abdussalam, reaffirmed the Defence Headquarters’ commitment to addressing veterans’ concerns through sustained dialogue and engagement.

The Defence Headquarters said veterans’ welfare remains a top priority, assuring participants that efforts are underway to implement the recently approved salary increase and corresponding pension adjustments through the appropriate statutory processes.

It also commended President Bola Tinubu for his commitment to the welfare of members of the Armed Forces and pledged to continue pursuing improved healthcare, timely pension payments and better welfare packages for retired military personnel.

The retreat encouraged veterans to remain active in nation-building by mentoring younger generations and supporting initiatives that promote national unity and security.