Nigerian Soldier Speaks Out: A Stark Comparison of Rewards and Sacrifices

A viral video featuring a Nigerian soldier has sparked widespread discussion and outrage. The soldier, visibly frustrated and emotional, questioned the government’s priorities by comparing the lavish rewards given to the Super Falcons players with the struggles and sacrifices of military personnel.

The soldier highlighted the disparity between the rewards given to the Super Falcons players and the struggles faced by military personnel. Each player received ₦150 million and a three-bedroom flat for winning the WAFCON tournament, while soldiers serving the nation for 35 years struggle to make ends meet. The soldier noted that even if a soldier manages to serve and retire without injury or death, the total money earned cannot match the rewards the footballers received for just one month of playing.

The soldier shared the harsh realities faced by military personnel, including:

– Many colleagues dying in the line of duty without salaries paid or proper burial
– Meager earnings that cannot compare to the rewards given to footballers
– A stark contrast to the ₦29 million monthly salary of senators, which dwarfs a soldier’s entire career earnings

Despite the pain and frustration, the soldier prayed for a better future, where those who sacrifice for the country are treated with dignity. He emphasized that no amount of money or power can bribe death and expressed faith that God will liberate Nigeria from bad leadership and restore dignity to those who serve the nation.

The soldier’s emotional plea highlights the need for a re-evaluation of priorities and a more equitable distribution of resources. The stark contrast between the rewards given to footballers and the struggles faced by military personnel is a call to action for the government to recognize and appreciate the sacrifices of those who serve the nation.