The Nigerian Army has issued a warning to the public regarding fraudulent individuals and criminal groups who are soliciting funds by falsely claiming to represent the Nigerian Army during the Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) 2026. This alert aims to protect citizens from potential scams associated with the event, according to Vanguard.
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