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Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by ivandragon: 6:42am On Jun 14, 2018 |
The Nigerian Army on Wednesday gave a surprising reason for its compulsory retirement of some officers in 2016. About 37 officers, including generals, were summarily dismissed via a letter on June 9 that year. According to the statement announcing their retirement, the officers were sacked by the Army Council for alleged electoral and contract-related fraud. The development was controversial, as most of the officers did not face any panel or probe before their retirement. This triggered widespread condemnation and was followed by suits filed by the retired officers at the National Industrial Court, Abuja. Speaking during Wednesday’s hearing of a suit filed by a colonel, D. R Hassan, one the affected officers, a lawyer working with the Nigerian Army’s legal department said the soldiers were dismissed “for failing to renew their appointments after 18 years.” The lawyer who introduced herself as Captain N Okorie, said according to the oath of allegiance sworn by the military officers during their first appointment, their contract was due for renewal after 18 years. She said that failure of the officers to write their superiors for the renewal of their appointment amounted to a ‘serious offence.’ “He took an oath of allegiance to be employed for 18 years, after which he would renew his employment. He failed to comply with the provisions. That is a serious offence,” Ms. Okorie said while answering questions from Mr Hassan’s lawyer, Samuel Zibiri Ms Okorie added that from her knowledge, the necessary disciplinary measure for such an action was for the Army to “issue the sacked officers with the summary dismissal letter.” “The disciplinary measure is to write the letter which is what the Army has done,” Ms Okorie said. After making her submissions, the defence lawyer asked Ms Okorie to read through section 123 of the Army Act, Cap 20, Laws of Nigeria. The section explains that before a disciplinary measure will be taken against an army officer, the allegation shall first be reported in a charge sheet to the commanding officer of the accused who will act based on the charge. After reading through the Army Act, Ms Okorie objected to its requirement in the issue. She said although the Act stipulates the given procedure for the punishment of erring officers, the matter in question did not require referral to the Act. Shortly after Mr Hassan’s was adjourned, the court began a similar matter involving another retired colonel, Mohammed Suleiman. Mr Suleiman was called into the dock as a witness and also asked why he did not write a letter renewing his appointment after 18 years in the Army. Mr Suleiman however explained that as a regular staff, he knew there was no need for him to have written any such letter. “A regular officer is supposed to serve for 35 years,” Mr Suleiman explained. The case was adjourned till October 8 for continuation of hearing. https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/headlines/272279-nigerian-army-shocks-court-says-officers-sacked-for-not-renewing-appointments.html |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by SamuelAnyawu(m): 6:49am On Jun 14, 2018 |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by Nobody: 6:50am On Jun 14, 2018 |
They should relax as their salaries will be paid in areas some day. 8 Likes |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by Glamisto: 6:58am On Jun 14, 2018 |
Hmmm... Okay o o... |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by potent5(m): 7:01am On Jun 14, 2018 |
Once it's about the Nigerian Army, just forget it! They can do anything to please the government in power. Zero professionalism. Since toppling of government was phased out, the military has been involving themselves in politics by flirting with any government in power. Meanwhile, the Roach is still getting crazy. 40 Likes 2 Shares
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Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by MANNABBQGRILLS: 7:07am On Jun 14, 2018 |
kaorama:Naso |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by sweetonugbu: 7:07am On Jun 14, 2018 |
this is a new. story |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by sirugos(m): 7:08am On Jun 14, 2018 |
Is it s data subscription? I weep for my country 5 Likes |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by Sisqoman(m): 7:10am On Jun 14, 2018 |
osas3068:some people to lie to much bro |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by PHILONZO(m): 7:11am On Jun 14, 2018 |
Everything is available in this government. Lack of fair hearing in all angles. 2 Likes |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by BlackDuke(m): 7:15am On Jun 14, 2018 |
Are there contract workers in the Army? 1 Like |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by Paperwhite(m): 7:17am On Jun 14, 2018 |
What kind of shit is this for God's sake |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by Nbote(m): 7:18am On Jun 14, 2018 |
D Nigerian Army only understands one thing, a core Northern Name... It is their birthright and dey cling unto it with wateva reasons and excuses dey can com up with |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by seunlayi(m): 7:18am On Jun 14, 2018 |
This appears funny to me. How those in sambisa are hearing this news? 2 Likes |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by Jabioro: 7:34am On Jun 14, 2018 |
The defedants lawyer was not making any intelligent submission at all.. He show us in random such letter from previous officers who has spent more than 18 years..such 'burukutu' letter should be secretly investigated through her perceived ooze,flies and untidy nature..Burukutu! |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by niceprof: 7:37am On Jun 14, 2018 |
And they have to send an Igbo officer to defend an illegality ... 2 Likes |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by mity00(m): 7:40am On Jun 14, 2018 |
seunlayi: Imagine.......................... |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by chronique(m): 7:40am On Jun 14, 2018 |
Nigeria!!! Joke of a nation. |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by Bruemath(m): 7:48am On Jun 14, 2018 |
this story tire me |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by Nobody: 7:52am On Jun 14, 2018 |
Nbote:Oponu |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by Nbote(m): 7:58am On Jun 14, 2018 |
abiodunalasa: U shld seek who's responsible for ur stupid, I definitely am not.. |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by Nobody: 8:06am On Jun 14, 2018 |
Nigeria's official boys scout. |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by naijacentric(m): 8:09am On Jun 14, 2018 |
Am not surprised NA is a reflection of its society |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by ivandragon: 8:23am On Jun 14, 2018 |
kaorama: what about those of them that need to make urgent payments like school fees, medical bills, house rents, loan repayments etc right now? |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by ivandragon: 8:26am On Jun 14, 2018 |
I recall when these set of officers were retired under frivolous circumstances, some sane Nigerians 'wailed' about the abnormality of the retrenchment & the inherent 'possible' victimisation undertones. but trust pmb's people. they turned it into a wailers wailing song. have we not now seen how 'dirty' the whole thing was? some of the officers might have genuine cases to answer, but follow the due process & let there be no doubt about the matter. 1 Like |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by IamaNigerianGuy(m): 8:28am On Jun 14, 2018 |
sirugos: Data subscription really E reach to ask. Sh..thole nation. |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by Nobody: 8:43am On Jun 14, 2018 |
Nbote: Lol you should seek ur English teacher and shoot him/her |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by Masterppower: 9:20am On Jun 14, 2018 |
That imbe Lawyer is not an Igbo but a suedo name. 1 Like |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by Gbengageorge: 9:40am On Jun 14, 2018 |
ivandragon: |
Re: Nigerian Army Shocks Court, Says Officers Sacked For Not ‘renewing Appointments’ by Nobody: 10:57am On Jun 14, 2018 |
Army chiefs will soon reinstate them to send them to terrorists ambush. Buhari will soon reiterates them for his benefits of 2019 reelection. Singing****** When security chiefs chopped money finished, them go send police, them go send soldiers, make them go die.
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