"Nigeria's military used as VIP and non-VIP private bodyguards risks damaging their professionalism and integrity."
Observation: By Itoro Uwah. Itoro Uwah is an Abuja Based Author, a Columnist a Social Commentator, and a Youth Counsellor. "Nigeria's military used as VIP and non-VIP private bodyguards risks damaging their professionalism and integrity." The pervasive use of Nigeria's military personnel as bodyguards for VIPs and everyday events such as birthdays, child dedications, burials, weddings, and even nightclubs is emblematic of a troubling trend that threatens to transform the armed forces into a mercenary enterprise. This practice, which appears to prioritize financial gain and personal connections over the core mission of national defence and security, poses a serious risk of eroding the military's professionalism, discipline, and integrity. By blurring the lines between military duties and private interests, this trend not only undermines the traditional role of the armed forces but also raises questions about the ethical implications of commercializing a vital ins