Army Clears Colonel Abdulkarim of Misconduct in Viral Video 

Nokia Origin, Abuja

The Nigerian Army has concluded its investigation into the allegations made by former Private Ogunleye Ruth against Colonel Ishaku Abdulkareem. According to the Director of Public Relations, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, the investigation found no evidence to support the claims of sexual harassment against Colonel Abdulkareem. The Army emphasised that the investigation was conducted thoroughly and transparently.

It was also revealed that Ogunleye Ruth had been discharged from the Nigerian Army on medical grounds in 2022, before her formal discharge in June 2024. The Army cited concerns about her mental health and emotional stability, which had been evaluated by both the National Hospital in Abuja and the Nigerian Army Medical Corps.

Despite compassionate considerations for Ogunleye Ruth’s case, the Army stated that she continued to spread false narratives and engage in cyberbullying and defamation against Colonel Abdulkareem and other senior officers.

Ogunleye Ruth has been granted a 50 percent disability claim, entitling her to a 50 percent monthly pension for life, as well as other benefits such as Terminal Leave Allowance, Terminal Packing Allowance, and contributions to the Nigerian Army Welfare Insurance Scheme and Benevolent Fund. Her Security Debarment Allowance for the period she served has also been paid.

The Army’s statement comes in response to a viral video in which Ogunleye Ruth alleged abuse by her superior officer and other senior officers in the Nigerian Army.

Dominica Nwabufo