The Nigerian Army has declared Private Mohammed Yusuf Amutu wanted over his alleged involvement in the illegal sale and supply of military uniforms to terrorists and other criminal elements.
The Headquarters Nigerian Army Ordnance Corps (NAOC), through its Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Major Oluwatope Aluko, disclosed this on Thursday, saying the soldier is currently at large.
According to the Army, Amutu was serving at the Nigerian Army Ordnance Kits Factory before he absconded from his unit on 3 June 2026.
“Preliminary investigations indicate that the soldier, who was serving at the Nigerian Army Ordnance Kits Factory, absconded from his unit on 3 June 2026.
“Consequently, he has been declared wanted by the appropriate military authorities, while intensive efforts are underway to locate and apprehend him to face a full investigation and appropriate disciplinary action in accordance with extant military laws” Aluko revealed.
Emphasising its zero tolerance for misconduct, indiscipline and acts capable of compromising the operational effectiveness, integrity and reputation of the Nigerian Army or threatening national security, NAOC warned that, “Any personnel found to have aided terrorists, criminals or other non-state actors through the unauthorized sale, diversion or distribution of military uniforms, accoutrements or other controlled items will be subjected to the full weight of military and civil laws.”
The Corps urged members of the public to support efforts to apprehend the wanted soldier by providing credible information to the nearest military formation or any security agency.
NAOC also reaffirmed its commitment to accountability, professionalism and the protection of military assets, stating, “The Corps will continue to strengthen internal control measures and ensure that every allegation of misconduct is thoroughly investigated while those found culpable are held fully accountable.”
