Nigerian Military Explains Why A Female Soldier Who Accepted A Proposal From A male Corps Members Was Arrested

The Nigerian military has given the reason for the arrest of the female soldier who accepted a male corps member’s marriage proposal at the National Youth Service Corps orientation camp in Yikpata, Kwara state.

The Army’s public relations director, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu said the female officer whose name was not disclosed broke military law by engaging in a public display of a romantic relationship with a paramilitary trainee, a corps member.

The soldier who accepted a ring from a male corps member that was captured in a video that went viral a few days ago was seen hugging and kissing him after the proposal.

The army spokesperson said;

“The female soldier in question violated the following rules of the NA:

“1. Fraternization while on official duty at the NYSC camp. That is, indulging in an amorous relationship with a trainee.

“2. A personnel must have served for three years before he/she can qualify for marriage.

“3. She disobeyed the Armed Forces of Nigeria’s standing guidelines and directives for the use of Social Media.

“4. Indulging in romance while in uniform.

“5. Her conduct was prejudicial to good order and military discipline.

“All the above, if proven are in violation of extant laws with attendant disciplinary and penal implications.”