News Investigators/ The 31 Artillery Brigade, Minna, on Friday emerged overall winner of the 1 Division Nigerian Army Corporal and Below Combat Fitness Competition.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports the competition began on Monday at the brigade obstacle course and ended on Friday.
Participants were drawn from four formations: 3 Brigade Kano, 18 Brigade Bida, 1 Division Garrison Kaduna, and 31 Artillery Brigade, Minna.
Events included drill, weapon handling, swimming, map reading, a 10-kilometre half cross-country race, and obstacle crossing.
At the end, 31 Artillery Brigade, Minna, placed first, 3 Brigade Kano second, 1 Division Garrison Kaduna third, and 18 Brigade Bida fourth.
The Special Guest of Honour, Maj.-Gen. Peter Malla, commended participants, saying the exercise was not only about trophies but strengthening combat readiness.
The Commandant, Training and Doctrine Nigerian Army (TRADOC-NA), represented by Brig.-Gen. Muhammed Abdullahi, said such drills were necessary, especially given the country’s security situation.
He urged personnel to apply the skills gained in carrying out their responsibilities.
Malla said the competition aligned with the Chief of Army Staff’s philosophy of building a more professional, adaptable, and combat-ready force.
He added that persistent security challenges required stronger cohesion and camaraderie among security agencies.
Highlights included presentation of trophies to winners and souvenirs to dignitaries present at the event.
NAN
