President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday officially inaugurated the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Barracks, a newly built residential complex designed for Nigerian Army personnel in Abuja.
Constructed by the Nigerian Army Special Projects, the barracks is equipped to house military officers and personnel of various ranks. It includes 16 quarters for Major Generals, 34 for Brigadier Generals, 60 flats for Majors and Colonels, 60 for Lieutenants and Captains, 180 flats for Senior Non-Commissioned Officers, and 264 flats for Corporals and lower ranks.
The announcement was shared through a post by Dada Olusegun, the Special Adviser to the President on Social Media. The post included video footage of President Tinubu cutting the ceremonial ribbon, accompanied by military and political leaders, showcasing the expansive and modern facilities of the barracks.
The complex not only provides housing but also offers various amenities such as worship centres, sports facilities, a powerhouse, a well-designed road network, parking spaces, and overhead and ground water tanks. Additional features include mini-sized football pitches with seating, tarred streets with functional drainage systems, green areas, and solar-powered streetlights. The uniformity in the design and paint of the buildings reflects the government’s commitment to creating a conducive environment for the Nigerian Army personnel and their families.
This new barracks is expected to improve the welfare and operational readiness of the military personnel stationed in Abuja. With modern housing and facilities, the government aims to boost the morale of the armed forces and ensure a high standard of living for them and their families.
In his speech during the commissioning, President Tinubu expressed gratitude to the Nigerian Army for their service, stating, “While our government is always ready to provide, what our troops need to fulfill their mandate is essential for winning battles. You are our heroes, and we thank you.” He also praised the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) for his vision in developing the state-of-the-art barracks.
The Federal Government appears committed to enhancing military infrastructure, as plans are underway for the construction of additional barracks in the 2025 fiscal year. The 2025 executive budget proposal allocates N1.46 trillion to the Nigerian Army, with N64.88 billion designated for the construction of military barracks and N12.95 billion earmarked for the renovation of existing barracks across the country.
