On his 74th birthday, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced that he has donated all his salaries since assuming office to the newly established Armed Forces Welfare Fund.
The gesture is aimed at supporting the welfare of Nigeria’s military personnel and their families, reinforcing the government’s commitment to improving conditions for those who serve in defense of the nation.
The announcement, made on March 29, 2026, has drawn mixed reactions, with supporters praising the move as a symbolic show of solidarity, while others argue that systemic reforms and increased budgetary allocations are more impactful than personal donations.
