A young Nigerian soldier has stirred emotions across social media after sharing the voice notes his brother sent following a video he posted from the bush.
Brother’s emotional plea captured in voice note
In the voice note, the soldier’s brother pleaded: “Ogo, stop staying at where they are shooting gun. Have mercy on our parents, don’t die in Kaduna.”
The soldier, who is currently deployed in a conflict-prone area, posted a short clip showing himself in the bush, prompting concern from family and friends.
Sharing the voice note, he revealed the personal fears and worries of those left behind.
Social media reactions
Following the release of the voice note from the young soldier’s brother, social media users have taken to platforms to express their concern, frustration, and heartbreak over the situation.
@adedapo_adigun wrote: “Ògo padà wale ooo. Come back home is the cry of loved ones at home. Our Armed forces are no longer Armed enough to face the armed bush men. We no longer have pride in being part of the Armed forces because they send them into the bush unarmed. Which way Nigeria?”
@Janet_akindele shared: “The happiest day of my life was the day my brother voluntarily retired from Nigeria army after spending 15yrs and some months. Join Nigeria military at your own risk.”
@iamKcmadu questioned: “How old is this boy to be in Nigerian Army??”
@automatedkrazzy added: “It’s very necessary, OGO shouldn’t go and kpai for nothing.”
The reactions highlight the deep concern Nigerians have for their soldiers, many of whom face life-threatening conditions without sufficient protection.
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A young Nigerian soldier shared the voice notes his brother sent after he posted a video of himself in the bush pic.twitter.com/gChNlfr8g3
— TENIOLA (@Teeniiola) November 21, 2025