A Nigerian military personnel has revealed his anguish over daily losses from ambushes. He urged top officials to experience battlefield dangers firsthand.

Persistent security challenges continue taking heavy tolls on frontline forces. This pressure prompts public expressions of fear and frustration.

The soldier stated:

The way we lose fellow soldiers daily breaks my heart. Leaders should send their children to witness these ambushes.

Another Soldier Voices Exhaustion

A second service member echoed similar frustrations. He highlighted the emotional and physical burden of repeated attacks.

His statement emphasized:

We are tired of losing our soldiers to ambushes.

These revelations expose growing military strain. Repeated ambushes inflict psychological damage on national defenders. Many personnel report inadequate equipment and protection.

Online Reactions to Military Appeals

The soldiers’ messages spread rapidly across social platforms. Nigerians expressed sorrow, anger, and frustration about ongoing insecurity.

Many users contrasted soldiers’ dangers with leaders’ safety. Notable social media comments included:

@BRC20NBT: “Inna lillahi don plenty pass Alhamdulilah part. If soldiers fear, who am I?”

@Abdulsalam5476: “They see armed forces as only for the poor. Our lives mean nothing to them.”

@DiabloChaze: “Leadership stays protected while soldiers fall daily. Their children should face these dangers.”

@PhelmsBuff: “What exactly is being done? Just ceremonial appearances and slogans.”

Ambushes continue fueling demands for leadership accountability. Calls grow for officials to share frontline risks.

The appeal was shared in a November 19, 2025 tweet. It included video evidence of the soldier’s statement.

The way we are losing our fellow soldiers day by day always breaks my heart. President, governors, ministers and other government officials should send their own children to join the army so they can witness these ambushes themselves.
Oyindamola (@dammiedammie35) November 19, 2025