Nigerian Army Declares Soldier Wanted For ‘Selling Military Uniforms To Terrorists’
The Nigerian Army has declared one of its personnel, Private Mohammed Yusuf Amutu, wanted over his alleged involvement in the illegal sale and supply of military uniforms to terrorists and other criminal elements, warning that any personnel found aiding criminal groups would face severe sanctions.
In a statement issued on Thursday by Major Oluwatope Dorcas Aluko, Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Headquarters Nigerian Army Ordnance Corps (NAOC), the military disclosed that preliminary investigations revealed that the soldier, who was serving at the Nigerian Army Ordnance Kits Factory, absconded from his unit on June 3, 2026.
The military said the soldier has since been declared wanted by the appropriate authorities, while efforts are ongoing to track him down and subject him to investigation and disciplinary action.
"Preliminary investigations indicate that the soldier, who was serving at the Nigerian Army Ordnance Kits Factory, absconded from his unit on 3 June 2026. Consequently, he has been declared wanted by the appropriate military authorities, while intensive efforts are underway to locate and apprehend him to face a full investigation and appropriate disciplinary action in accordance with extant military laws," the statement said.
The Army stressed that it maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards misconduct and any act capable of undermining national security or the integrity of the force.
According to the Corps, “The 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.’’
It further warned that any personnel found to have assisted terrorists, criminals or other non-state actors through the unauthorised sale, diversion or distribution of military uniforms, accoutrements or other controlled items would be prosecuted.
"Any personnel found to have aided terrorists, criminals or other non-state actors through the unauthorized sale, diversion or distribution of military uniforms, accoutrements or other controlled items will be subjected to the full weight of military and civil laws," the statement added.
The Nigerian Army appealed to members of the public to assist ongoing efforts by providing credible information that could lead to the arrest of the wanted soldier.
It urged anyone with useful information to report immediately to the nearest military formation or any security agency.
The Corps also reassured Nigerians of its commitment to accountability, professionalism and the protection of military assets.
"The Headquarters Nigerian Army Ordnance Corps reassures Nigerians of its unwavering commitment to accountability, professionalism and the protection of military assets. The Corps will continue to strengthen internal control measures and ensure that every allegation of misconduct is thoroughly investigated while those found culpable are held fully accountable," the statement concluded.