Grief-stricken families of Nigerian soldiers killed in the ongoing fight against insurgency in the North-East are calling on the Federal Government to take decisive action to end the persistent bloodshed.
According to Punch Newspapers, relatives expressed frustration over what they termed inadequate support for military personnel.
They stressed the urgent need for better equipment, improved welfare packages, and comprehensive care for the families left behind.
Shamsudeen Abdullahi, a native of Gombe State, lost his brother, Kamaludeen Abdullahi, on May 7, 2025, during a fierce battle against Boko Haram insurgents in Gwoza, Borno State.
He described the devastating impact of the loss on their family.
“Life has been tough without our brother. He got married last year, and his wife is currently pregnant. He was very supportive to family members; our mother received N20,000 monthly from his salary, and some others got N10,000, N5,000,” Shamsudeen said.
According to the grieving brother, Kamaludeen, just 30 years old, served with dedication and hope, but died in service due to what many families allege is a lack of proper government backing.
They are also calling for the provision of advanced weapons, regular payment of entitlements, and the establishment of a structured support system for the dependents of fallen soldiers.
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