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VIDEO: Viral soldier who asked politicians’ sons to join Army dismissed after months in detention

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A Nigerian soldier, Lance Corporal Rotimi Olamilekan, has opened up on his arrest, detention, and eventual dismissal from the Nigerian Army after he made a viral video calling on politicians to allow their children join the military to fight terrorism.

In a fresh narration shared online, Olamilekan alleged that he endured months of humiliation, harsh treatment, and denial of basic rights following his arrest.

Arrest Over Viral Video

According to Olamilekan, his ordeal began after he recorded and shared a video last year urging ministers, governors, lawmakers, and local government chairmen to send their sons to the battlefield.

He said he was arrested directly from his duty post in the North-East, where he had been deployed for several years.

“I was arrested because of the video I made, saying politicians should send their sons into the army to fight terrorists,” he stated, adding that he was handcuffed and treated like a criminal during the operation.

Years Of Deployment In Conflict Zone

The dismissed soldier revealed that he had spent about four years and nine months in a remote bush location in Maiduguri without relief or recognition.

He explained that the prolonged deployment took a toll on him, especially as he witnessed the loss of several colleagues during operations against insurgents.

Reflecting on his service, Olamilekan insisted he had maintained a clean disciplinary record since joining the army in 2018.

“I have never been charged before. I never fought anyone, never stole, and never engaged in misconduct,” he said.

Transfers Across Detention Facilities

Following his arrest, Olamilekan said he was moved between multiple detention centres, including a military guardroom in Maiduguri and a facility in Abuja.

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He claimed he spent over a month in detention in the capital, where he was allegedly kept in handcuffs on both his legs and hands.

“They moved me from Maiduguri to Abuja and back again. I was still locked up as if I had committed a serious crime,” he recounted.

Allegations Of Harsh Treatment

Olamilekan also accused authorities of subjecting him to degrading conditions during detention.

He claimed he was fed poorly, received limited meals daily, and was denied access to his phone or contact with his family and legal representatives.

“I really suffered. The feeding was just twice a day and not enough. I couldn’t talk to anyone because they collected my phone,” he alleged.

Dismissal Without Proper Defence

The former soldier said he was later formally charged with multiple offences but was not given adequate opportunity to defend himself.

According to him, his dismissal was announced after the charges were read out, which he described as shocking and unfair.

“It shows that in our country, we don’t have freedom of speech. I never expected this,” he lamented.

Public Disgrace And Expulsion From Barracks

Olamilekan further revealed that he was publicly marched out of the barracks after his dismissal, an experience he described as painful and humiliating.

He noted that he was taken to another military division before being expelled from the premises as a dismissed soldier.

“It is so sad. After eight years of service, this is how my career ended,” he said.

Appeal For Justice

The dismissed lance corporal has now appealed to Nigerians and civil society organisations to support his quest for justice.

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He maintained that his viral message was motivated by concern over the increasing loss of soldiers on the battlefield.

“I don’t have anyone to fight for me, but I believe God will fight for me. I want people to stand for me because this is not right,” he said.

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LACK OF TRUST IN MARRIAGE

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A marriage can survive difficult times, financial struggles, and disagreements—but when trust disappears, the relationship begins to lose its foundation.

When a husband no longer trusts his wife, or a wife no longer trusts her husband, even innocent actions can become suspicious. A simple phone call becomes a question. Coming home late becomes an accusation. A private conversation becomes a source of fear and jealousy.

Lack of trust creates emotional distance.

It produces constant suspicion, arguments, insecurity, resentment, and sometimes secretive behaviour. Instead of feeling safe with each other, couples begin to feel like enemies living under the same roof.

Trust is not built by controlling your spouse, checking their phone every minute, or constantly demanding explanations. Trust is built through honesty, faithfulness, transparency, consistency, and keeping your word.

If trust has been broken, don’t pretend everything is fine. Talk about it. Admit mistakes. Forgive where possible. Set healthy boundaries. And be willing to rebuild what has been damaged.

Remember: love may bring two people together, but trust helps keep them together.

💔 Don’t allow suspicion to destroy what communication and honesty can repair.

BUILD TRUST. BE FAITHFUL. BE HONEST. PROTECT YOUR MARRIAGE.

“Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour.”
— Ephesians 4:25 (KJV)

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LACK OF OPENNESS IN MARRIAGE

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A marriage can look beautiful on the outside and still be struggling on the inside when there is no openness between husband and wife.

When couples stop communicating honestly, keep secrets, hide their feelings, or are afraid to discuss important issues, emotional distance begins to grow. What starts as “I don’t want to cause a problem” can eventually become mistrust, resentment, loneliness, and constant misunderstanding.

Openness does not mean telling your spouse everything in a hurtful or careless way. It means creating a safe relationship where both partners can honestly talk about their feelings, concerns, mistakes, finances, expectations, struggles, and dreams without fear of unnecessary humiliation or condemnation.

A strong marriage requires:

• Honest communication — Talk about problems instead of allowing them to grow in silence.
• Trust and transparency — Avoid unnecessary secrecy that can damage confidence in the relationship.
• Active listening — Listen to understand, not simply to respond or attack.
• Emotional vulnerability — Let your spouse know when you are hurting, worried, disappointed, or afraid.
• Respect — Honesty should never become an excuse for insults, threats, or emotional abuse.
• Forgiveness — When mistakes are acknowledged, work together toward healing and restoration.

The Bible says:

“Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.” — Proverbs 11:14 (KJV)

And:

“Let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath.” — James 1:19 (KJV)

Marriage should be a place where two people can feel safe enough to communicate, honest enough to admit their weaknesses, and humble enough to work through their differences.

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Don’t allow silence, secrets, and suspicion to build walls between you and your spouse. Talk. Listen. Understand. Forgive. Grow together.

❤️ Openness builds trust. Trust strengthens intimacy. And healthy communication helps build a stronger marriage.

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THE EFFECT OF LAYING CURSES ON YOUR CHILDREN

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Be careful with the words you speak to your children.

A child should not grow up hearing, “You will never succeed,” “You are useless,” “Nothing good will come from you,” or “You will suffer in life.” Words spoken repeatedly by a parent can deeply affect a child’s emotions, confidence, and relationship with the family.

Even when spoken in anger, such words can become negative messages that a child may carry for many years.

SOME EFFECTS OF CONSTANTLY CURSING YOUR CHILDREN:

1. It can destroy their confidence.
Children need encouragement and guidance. Constant insults and negative declarations can make them believe they are not good enough.

2. It can create fear and insecurity.
A child who is constantly threatened or cursed may become afraid of making mistakes, expressing themselves, or trying new things.

3. It can damage the parent-child relationship.
Instead of seeing the parent as a source of love and protection, the child may grow resentful, distant, or bitter.

4. It can affect their emotional well-being.
Repeated humiliation, rejection, and negative words can contribute to sadness, anxiety, low self-worth, and emotional distress.

5. It can influence how they see themselves.
Children often believe what the people closest to them repeatedly tell them. Speak to the potential you want them to develop—not the failure you fear.

6. It can teach them to use hurtful words themselves.
Children learn from what they experience. If they grow up hearing curses and insults, they may eventually speak to others in the same way.

CORRECT YOUR CHILDREN, BUT DON’T DESTROY THEM.

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Discipline is necessary, but discipline should teach—not humiliate. Correct their mistakes, set boundaries, explain consequences, and show them how to do better.

The Bible says:

“Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.”
— Proverbs 18:21 (KJV)

And:

“And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.”
— Ephesians 6:4 (KJV)

Your child may make mistakes today, but that does not mean their future is ruined.

Don’t curse your children. Correct them with wisdom. Pray for them. Encourage them. Bless them. Speak words that build their character, strengthen their confidence, and remind them that they are loved.

YOUR WORDS CAN LEAVE A SCAR OR BUILD A FUTURE.
CHOOSE YOUR WORDS WISELY.

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