Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has dismissed as false reports claiming he urged Nigerian soldiers to reject any salary increase until after the next general election. > “I wish to address a recent report that falsely attributes a statement to me, suggesting that Nigerian soldiers should refuse any salary increments until after the elections. “My profound respect for our security forces, particularly the Nigerian Army personnel who diligently serve and protect our nation under challenging conditions, is unwavering. He also outlined his commitment to prioritising the welfare of military personnel if elected president, promising improved resources, safety and support for the nation’s security forces. Obi added that soldiers deserve the full backing of government and assured that their sacrifices would not be overlooked under his leadership.