The Headquarters 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.
This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Headquarters Nigerian Army Ordnance Corps, Major Oluwatope Dorcas Aluko.
According to the statement, preliminary investigations revealed that the soldier, who was serving at the Nigerian Army Ordnance Kits Factory, absconded from his unit on 3 June 2026. Consequently, the appropriate military authorities have declared him wanted, while intensive efforts are underway to locate and apprehend him for a comprehensive investigation and disciplinary action in line with extant military laws.
The Nigerian Army Ordnance Corps reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy towards misconduct, indiscipline, and any act capable of undermining the operational effectiveness, integrity, and reputation of the Nigerian Army or threatening national security.
The Corps stressed that any personnel found to have aided terrorists, criminals, or other non-state actors through the unauthorized sale, diversion, or distribution of military uniforms, accoutrements, or other controlled military items would face the full weight of both military and civil laws.
It also appealed to members of the public to assist ongoing efforts by providing credible information that could lead to the arrest of the wanted soldier. The public was urged to report any useful information to the nearest military formation or any security agency.
Reassuring Nigerians of its commitment to accountability and professionalism, the Headquarters Nigerian Army Ordnance Corps stated that it would continue to strengthen internal control mechanisms to safeguard military assets and ensure that all allegations of misconduct are thoroughly investigated, with anyone found culpable held fully accountable.
