Nigerian Army Declares Soldier Wanted Over Alleged Illegal Supply of Military Uniforms

By Awwal Umar Kontagora The Nigerian Army has declared a soldier, Private Mohammed Yusuf Amutu, wanted over his alleged involvem...

By Awwal Umar Kontagora

The Nigerian Army has declared a soldier, Private Mohammed Yusuf Amutu, wanted over his alleged involvement in the illegal sale and supply of military uniforms to terrorists and other criminal elements.

This was disclosed in a statement issued on Thursday by the Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Headquarters Nigerian Army Ordnance Corps (NAOC), Major Oluwatopẹ Dorcas Aluko.

According to the statement, preliminary investigations revealed that the soldier, who was serving at the Nigerian Army Ordnance Kits Factory, absconded from his unit on 3 June 2026.

It stated that the appropriate military authorities have consequently declared him wanted, while efforts are ongoing to locate and apprehend him to face a full investigation and appropriate disciplinary action in line with extant military laws.

"The Headquarters Nigerian Army Ordnance Corps wishes to state unequivocally that it has zero tolerance for misconduct, indiscipline, or any act capable of compromising the operational effectiveness, integrity and reputation of the Nigerian Army or threatening national security," the statement said.

The Army warned that any personnel found to have aided terrorists, criminals, or other non-state actors through the unauthorised sale, diversion, or distribution of military uniforms, accoutrements, or other controlled items would face the full weight of both military and civil laws.

The Corps appealed to members of the public to support ongoing efforts by providing credible information that could lead to the arrest of the wanted soldier.

It urged anyone with useful information to report to the nearest military formation or any security agency.

The Nigerian Army Ordnance Corps reaffirmed its commitment to accountability, professionalism, and the protection of military assets, assuring Nigerians that it would continue to strengthen internal control mechanisms and thoroughly investigate all allegations of misconduct.

The Corps added that any personnel found culpable of acts capable of undermining national security would be held fully accountable in accordance with the law.