5 days Ago By Jonathan Nda-Isaiah
President Bola Tinubu has approved the new Harmonized Terms and Conditions of Service (HTACOS) for officers and enlisted personnel in the Nigerian Armed Forces. The approval, disclosed by Dada Olusegun, the Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, signifies a significant step towards improving the welfare of soldiers, ratings, and airmen nationwide. The revised HTACOS is expected to address long-standing concerns within the military regarding service conditions and streamlining policies for officers and enlisted personnel.
“President Tinubu presided over the National Defense Council meeting, approved the new harmonised terms and conditions of service (HTACOS ) officers, soldiers /ratings /airmen”, Olusegun wrote on his verified X handle. By adopting the harmonised framework, the Tinubu administration aims to bolster morale and enhance the operational readiness of Nigeria’s defence forces. President Tinubu, who chaired the high-level defence council meeting, reiterated his commitment to supporting the armed forces in safeguarding national security.
The development reflects his administration’s broader strategy of prioritising welfare reforms and strengthening institutional structures. Details of the harmonised terms are expected to be released by the Ministry of Defense in the coming days..
