The Nigerian Army has urged residents of Akure not to panic as they see sporadic movement of military vehicles and personnel during the Captain and Major Practical Promotion Examination 2024.
Major Njoka Irabor, Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations 32 Artillery Brigade, Nigerian Army, Akure stated this in a statement made available to Roving Reporters on Friday.
The statement
The 32 Artillery Brigade Nigerian Army (NA), is scheduled to host the 2024 Captain to Major Practical Promotion Examination (CMPPE) from Saturday 28 September – Saturday 12 October 2024 in Akure, Ondo State.
The CMPPE is a routine exercise of the NA conducted annually , to enhance the career progression and capacity development of NA officers of the rank of Captain, to prepare them for higher appointment and respinsibilities in the NA.
During the period of the exercise, there will be movement of military personnel and vehicles within Akure and environs.
The general public is hereby requested not to panic, but go about their lawful activities, as adequate measures have been put in place to ensure the safety of lives and properties during the period of the exercise.
You are please requested to disseminate this information to members of the public and also translate to local languages.
Thank you for your usual cooperation and please accept the esteemed regards of the Commander 32 Artillery Brigade Akure, Brigadier General John Rimbut Lar.
NJOKA IRABOR
Major
Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations
32 Artillery Brigade
27 September 2024
