The Federal Government has unveiled an online discount shop to provide serving and retired personnel of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, veterans and their families with access to essential goods at discounted prices.
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, launched the Armed Forces of Nigeria Personnel Online Discount Shop in Abuja.
Akume said the initiative was part of efforts to strengthen the welfare of military personnel and their families through digital technology and public-private partnerships. 
He commended Defence Headquarters and Zinox Group for the partnership, saying the initiative would provide practical support to serving and retired personnel, veterans and their families.
The SGF said the inclusion of veterans was particularly important, noting that their sacrifices and contributions to national security deserved continued recognition and support.
He urged stakeholders to ensure that the platform remained transparent, reliable and responsive to beneficiaries.
Akume said the success of the scheme would ultimately be measured by the quality of service and tangible benefits delivered to personnel and their families.
He also expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his support for the Armed Forces under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
The Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, said the initiative demonstrated the commitment of the Armed Forces to improving the welfare of serving and retired personnel and their families.
Oluyede said Defence Headquarters would leverage digital technology and accurate personnel data to strengthen and expand the platform.
He disclosed that efforts were underway to bring more vendors on board, including Dangote Cement, to enable beneficiaries to access a wider range of essential goods and building materials at discounted prices.
The CDS also disclosed plans for physical outlets in the future to complement the online platform.
Chairman of Zinox Group, Chief Leo Stan Ekeh, represented by the General Manager, Corporate Governance, Konga, Mr Reginald Obiako, said the partnership was the company’s contribution towards appreciating the sacrifices and dedication of members of the Armed Forces.
Ekeh said those who serve and protect the nation deserved continued support and appreciation.
He congratulated the Armed Forces on the launch and expressed optimism that the scheme would provide meaningful support to personnel, veterans and their families.
The initiative is being implemented through a partnership between Defence Headquarters and Zinox Group, with Konga providing the online platform.
Service Chiefs and other senior military officers attended the launch.
