News Report: South African Mercenary Spokesperson Alleges Nigerian Military Weakened by Politics

Lagos, Nigeria — December 12, 2025

The Nigerian military has been left badly weakened, compromised, and demoralized by the politics of the last administration, according to revelations made by a spokesperson of a South African private military company (PMC).

In a video interview with Arise TV, the spokesperson, whose outfit was involved in the early fight against Boko Haram, painted a grim picture of Nigeria’s defense forces. He alleged that political interference and mismanagement eroded the operational capacity of the army, leaving it unable to sustain gains against insurgents.

Key Points from the Interview

The spokesperson claimed that senior military leadership was undermined by corruption and political maneuvering, weakening morale and discipline. He highlighted poor logistics, inadequate equipment, and lack of strategic planning as major setbacks. According to him, Boko Haram’s resurgence is directly tied to the army’s inability to consolidate earlier victories, leaving vulnerable gaps exploited by insurgents.

Soldiers on the ground, he said, have lost confidence in leadership, further fueling inefficiency in counter-insurgency operations.

The interview comes at a time when Nigeria faces renewed insurgent activity in its northeast. Analysts have long warned that political interference in military affairs could compromise national security. The spokesperson’s remarks add weight to concerns that the army’s struggles are not merely tactical but systemic.

The revelations have sparked debate among Nigerians, with many expressing frustration over the politicization of the armed forces. Civil society groups are calling for urgent reforms to restore professionalism and accountability within the military.

The Arise TV interview underscores a troubling narrative: Nigeria’s fight against insurgency is being undermined not just by external threats but by internal political failures. As Boko Haram regains ground, questions remain about whether the military can recover from years of compromise and mismanagement.