Army holds social activities to promote unity, diversity

The Nigerian Army has held the 2024 Joint West Africa Social Activities (WASA) at the Minna Military Cantonment parade ground to showcase unity in diversity.

Commander, Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) of the Nigerian Army, Maj. Gen. Kelvin Aligbe expressed delight at witnessing the end of the year 2024 joint WASA.

“This event provides an opportunity for social activities of officers and men of the Nigerian Army to wine and dine with their families and friends as well as showcase their cultural heritage as Nigerians,” Aligbe said.

He reiterated that TRADOC NA and 31 Artillery Brigade of the Nigerian Army conducted all its activities for the training circle for the year 2024, which was successfully executed in line with Army Headquarters Training Directives.

Aligbe commended the bravery and dedication of the troops, saying “the sacrifices and dedication to duty of our troops cannot be quantified.”

He also appreciated the Niger State government for its continued support to the military in the state.

The commander urged all security agencies to maintain the level of synergy and collaboration, which is pivotal to achieving overall security success in the state.

Aligbe described WASA as an opportunity for Nigerians in the army to come together and celebrate their achievements for the year.

“WASA has fostered socialisation and commitment as everyone is being carried along to build the required synergy for all of us to operate not only in the field but also where we socialise.

Earlier in his welcome address, Commander, 31 Artillery Brigade, Brig. Gen. Hamidu Bobbo commended the troops for their bravery and sacrifices.

Bobbo assured that the Nigerian Army would continue to work towards winning all land battles in the defence of the territorial integrity of Nigeria, protecting national interest, and accomplishing tasks in a civil authority.

In his remarks, Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, commended the Nigerian army’s efforts in improving the security situation in the state.

The Governor who was represented by Rtd. Maj.Gen. Bello Abdullahi Muhammad, Commissioner for Homeland Security, cited improvements in security by the Bago administration saying there is travel safety, farming activities, and harvests across the State.

The Governor said WASA has fostered unity and cohesion among the army, promoting a sense of oneness among Nigerians.

WASA is an annual event organised by the Nigerian army to celebrate the diverse rich cultural heritage of Nigeria.

The event brings together officers, soldiers, and their families in a relaxed atmosphere to celebrate and mark the end of the year’s activities.

Highlights of the event included cultural displays, dance performances, regimental activities by the troops and presentation of awards to officers for their outstanding performance.

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