ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- As part of its efforts to fight insecurity in Abia State, the Nigeria Army announced that it had begun a “Field Training Exercise” nicknamed “Exercise GOLDEN DAWN II” in the State.
The exercise began since 2 October, and will end on 23 December, 2022, according to a release by the Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 14 Brigade Ohafia.
The release added that the exercise is geared towards training the troops on the security of innocent and law-abiding citizens in the state especially during the Yuletide season.
“It is also aimed at testing the conduct of troops during the electioneering activities, in preparation for the 2023 general elections,” the release added.
The release also noted that the exercise would be conducted in collaboration with other security agencies.
“It is designed to promo condusive environment for business and other socio-economic activities for the good people of Abia State during the festive season.
“Additionally, it would feature a number of Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) activities to demonstrate the friendliness of the Nigerian Army in the host communities across Abia State. Some of which include medical outreaches and educational support programmes to schools.”
The Army therefore, solicited the support and cooperation of the people to its troops.