Military Pensions Board Abuja Protest
In short
Military veterans are currently in a dispute with the Military Pensions Board (MPB) following a meeting on 14 October 2026 that ended in a stalemate regarding monthly pension disagreements.
What is happening
Retired officers of the Nigerian Armed Forces have been protesting in Abuja, blocking the entrance to the MPB with canopies and chairs. The veterans are demanding a forensic audit and protesting against alleged disparities in the recent consequential pension adjustment formula.
When
Protests began around 13 October 2026, with a resolution meeting held on 14 October 2026.
Why it matters
The dispute affects the financial security of retired military personnel and highlights tensions over how pension adjustments are calculated. It has led to direct confrontations between veterans and armed soldiers at the board's premises.
Easy to mix up
Do not confuse this protest with general civil service pension strikes, as this specifically concerns the Nigerian Armed Forces and the Military Pensions Board.