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President Bola Tinubu has approved the enlistment of 94,000 new personnel into the armed forces and other security agencies as part of fresh measures to confront worsening insecurity across the country. The recruits will be spread across the Army, Air Force, Navy and paramilitary outfits to reinforce operations in insurgency‑hit and vulnerable areas.
Top security officials disclosed that the recruitment drive targets improved presence in rural communities, better border control and faster response to attacks. The government insists the expansion will be accompanied by new equipment, training and welfare packages, as it seeks to restore public confidence and protect economic activities disrupted by banditry and terrorism.
Source: Punch Newspapers – 12 Dec 2025
2025-12-12 10:00:00 Punch Newspapers – 12 Dec 2025 2025-12-12