Soldier Dismissed After Asking Why Politicians’ Sons Don’t Serve in the Military

A dismissed Nigerian soldier says he was detained for a month after questioning why top politicians’ children are rarely seen in the military. He claims this simple but sensitive question led to his arrest and eventual dismissal from service. His revelation has ignited heated debates online. Many Nigerians are now questioning fairness in leadership and the heavy burden of national service placed on ordinary citizens. What’s your view? Was his question inappropriate, or does this incident expose a deeper injustice?

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