The 1 Division Nigerian Army in Kaduna has reassured residents neighboring its shooting range not to panic during the field training exercise for Basic Battle Course 7. Lt.-Col. Musa Yahaya, the acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations for the Division, issued the advice in a statement on Wednesday, encouraging residents to continue their daily activities without fear.
He announced that the final field training exercise would take place from June 24 to 28 around the Dalet Cantonment training area.
The exercise is aimed at testing the students’ shooting abilities and physical fitness to ensure their preparedness for real-life combat. He also apologized for any inconvenience to the communities around Dalet Barracks and requested their understanding during the exercise period.