The Headquarters of the Nigerian Army Ordnance Corps (NAOC) has declared one of its personnel, Private Mohammed Yusuf Amutu, wanted over his alleged involvement in the illegal sale and supply of military uniforms to terrorists and other criminal elements.
According to a statement issued on Thursday by the Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, Major Oluwatope Dorcas Aluko, preliminary investigations revealed that the soldier, who was attached to the Nigerian Army Ordnance Kits Factory, absconded from his unit on June 3, 2026.
The Army said Amutu has since been declared wanted by the appropriate military authorities, with efforts ongoing to track him down for investigation and disciplinary action.
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“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,” the statement read.
The Nigerian Army reiterated that it maintains zero tolerance for misconduct, indiscipline or any act capable of compromising national security.
It warned that any military personnel found aiding terrorists, criminals or other non-state actors through the unauthorised sale, diversion or distribution of military uniforms, accoutrements or other controlled items would face the full weight of military and civil laws.
The Army appealed to members of the public to provide credible information that could lead to the arrest of the wanted soldier, urging anyone with useful information to report to the nearest military formation or any security agency.
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The Nigerian Army Ordnance Corps also assured Nigerians of its commitment to accountability, professionalism and the protection of military assets, adding that it would continue to strengthen internal control measures and ensure that every allegation of misconduct is thoroughly investigated while those found culpable are held accountable.
