The Chief of Army Staff, (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has promised that the military will soon bring enemies of Nigeria to their knees and restore peace and stability across the country. Nigeria: Nigerian fashion
As an Army, we shall continue to discharge our constitutional responsibilities to the best of our ability, and with bright prospects that the enemies of our country will soon be brought to their knees,” Oluyede promised at the the closing ceremony of the Nigerian Army Inter-Formation Ball Games 2025.
The COAS who was represented by the academy’s Commandant, Maj.-Gen. Abdul Ibrahim at the event held at the old site of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Ribadu Cantonment, Kaduna spoke against recent increasing attacks by insurgents groups in Northern parts of the country. Nigeria: Nigerian fashion
The the week-long sporting events had 250 athletes who competed in handball , basketball, football and volleyball with athletes drawn from 1 Division, 2 Division, 3 Division, 6 Division, 8 Division, 81 Division , 82 Division, Army Headquarters Garrison and the Special Forces Command.
He commended the participants for the sportsmanship and team spirit displayed during the games.
The COAS stated that the objectives of enhancing physical fitness and companionship among participants had been achieved.
Oluyede charged the participants to take the attributes of team spirit, respect, discipline, courage, and esprit-de-corps to their formations and units.
He congratulated 1 Division for coming tops and encouraged the losers to put up a fiercer battle in subsequent competitions.
The COAS said, I believe that the Directorate of Army Physical Training has identified talents that can represent the Nigerian Army and the country in ball game events.
He expressed gratitude to the Government and people of Kaduna State, the Commandant of the academy, and other officials for their invaluable support.
Oluyede also commended President Bola Tinubu for his untiring support to the Nigerian Army.
1 Division emerged winner of the competition with five golds, Army Headquarters Garrison came 2nd with two golds and 6 Division came 3rd with one gold.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
