The Nigerian Army has issued a statement in response to a viral video circulating on social media. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the army acknowledged the video in which a young female soldier alleges mistreatment by her superiors and confirmed that an investigation into the matter has been initiated.
The army assured the public that appropriate actions will be taken based on the findings of the investigation. This response comes after the video gained traction and sparked widespread discussions on social media, highlighting the serious allegations made by the young female soldier against senior army officers.
In their X post, the Nigerian Army emphasized their commitment as an institution to upholding the integrity and moral standards of their personnel. They also urged Nigerians to allow the investigative process to run its course and cautioned against rushing to judgments before all the facts are known.
https://twitter.com/HQNigerianArmy/status/1746121309396869430?t=Zl2QVYvuR-YhzF5ijymXqw&s=19
Additionally, on Friday, January 12, the Director of Army Public Relations, Maj. Gen. Nwachukwu Onyema, stated in a press release that the female soldier had not reported her predicament to the appropriate bodies and institutions before releasing the video. Nevertheless, the army has taken up the matter and launched an investigation to ascertain the validity of her claims.
The Nigerian Army is dedicated to ensuring transparency and accountability within its ranks. They are actively addressing the allegations brought forth by the young female soldier and are committed to uncovering the truth of the matter. As the investigation progresses, further updates will be provided to the public.