Soldiers should arrest civilians wearing military uniform, not assault them - Nigerian Army official

Army cautions civilians against wearing military uniforms - Daily Trust

The Department of Civil-Military Affairs of the Nigerian Army has cautioned Nigerians to avoid wearing military uniforms illegally, saying that respecting the uniform is an important part of strengthening national security. It stressed that the misuse of military accoutrements by unauthorised persons does not only violate the law but also aids criminal activities, noting that heeding such advice will build trust between the military and the publ…

Soldiers should arrest civilians wearing military uniform, not assault them - Nigerian Army official

The Chief of Civil-Military Affairs (Army), Major Gen. Gold Chibuisi, has told Nigerian soldiers what to do to civilians dressed in military uniform. Speaking during a chat with journalists on Saturday night in Abuja, Chibuisi also said that it is against Nigerian law for non-military personnel to wear military uniforms. According to him, soldiers must act professionally and lawfully when handling such cases. He, however, revealed that many sold…

Nigerian Army Warns: Why Wearing Military Uniforms is a Criminal Offence

ABUJA, Nigeria – The Nigerian Army has issued a stern warning against civilians using military uniforms, emphasising that it is a criminal offence that could result in jail terms. This warning was made clear by Major-General Gold Chibuisi, the Chief of Civil-Military Affairs (CCMA), during a media interaction with defence correspondents in Abuja on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Gen. Chibuisi stressed that wearing military uniforms is illegal unless …

Nigerian Army Cautions Public Against Uniform Impersonation

The Nigerian Army has warned the public against impersonating military personnel by wearing military uniforms, citing serious security risks.

Civilians wearing military camouflage risk prosecution – Army chief

The Chief of Civil-Military Affairs (Army), Maj. Gen. Gold Chibuisi, has warned that civilians caught wearing military uniforms illegally risk arrest and prosecution, in line with Nigerian law. Speaking during a media chat with defence correspondents on Saturday night in Abuja, Chibuisi reiterated that while it is unlawful for non-military personnel to don military attire, the Nigerian Army does not condone violence against offenders. “It is aga…

How DECAN is boosting Army activities, operations - CCMA - THE AUTHORITY NEWS

By Chuks Oyema-Aziken The Chief of Civil-Military Affairs, Major General Gold Chibuisi has lauded the Defence Correspondents Association of Nigeria (DECAN) for timely coverage of the Nigerian Army’s activities and operations. He gave the commendation during a roundtable meeting with DECAN in Abuja on Saturday. He emphasized that the role DECAN plays in covering the Army’s programs is crucial and called for a stronger relationship between the Arm…