Momodu, who recently enlisted in the US Army, said prospective recruits must already be living in the United States and possess a valid Green Card before they can begin the enlistment process.
The actor disclosed this while responding to questions from Nigerians and other people across West Africa who contacted him seeking information about how they could join the American military.
According to Momodu, residency in the United States and lawful permanent resident status are among the key requirements prospective applicants must satisfy.
“You have to be resident in U.S. You have to have a Green Card then you can qualify to sit for the ASVAB exam,” he said.
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, commonly known as the ASVAB, is an examination used by the US military as part of the enlistment process. It assesses candidates across various areas and helps determine their suitability for different military occupations.
Actor warns against enlistment scams
Momodu also used the opportunity to caution Nigerians and other prospective applicants against fraudsters who may attempt to exploit interest in joining the US military.
He specifically warned against online offers, links or individuals claiming they can facilitate enlistment for people who are outside the United States.
“Please do not fall for any scam anywhere, there is no link anywhere to click on to join the US Army when you are outside the U.S,” he said.
His warning comes as his own enlistment has attracted attention from Nigerians and other West Africans interested in understanding whether they can follow a similar route into the American military.
The actor made the disclosure after announcing his enlistment in June, describing the development as the fulfilment of a long-held personal ambition.
Inspired by late father
Momodu has also spoken about the influence of his late father on his decision to pursue a military career.
According to the actor, his father served with the Nigeria Police Force, and that experience contributed to his interest in service and discipline.
Following his enlistment, Momodu shared aspects of his military training experience with his followers on Instagram, giving his audience an account of the physical and emotional demands involved.
He described the training as challenging, saying it tested his physical strength, mental determination and ability to cope with demanding conditions.
His account also highlighted the periods of isolation and rigorous exercises that formed part of the training.
Momodu's enlistment has subsequently sparked questions from Nigerians and other West Africans who are interested in understanding the pathway into the US Army.
For prospective applicants, however, his explanation underscores the importance of first meeting the relevant US immigration and military eligibility requirements rather than relying on individuals or websites promising direct enlistment from outside the country.
Those interested in serving in the US military should rely on official US government and military recruitment channels for current eligibility requirements and application procedures.