208 army officers sit promotion examination
On Sunday, the Nigerian Army commenced the 2025 lieutenant to captain practical promotion examination, with 208 candidates participating in Kaduna.
The week-long examination is being conducted by the Training and Doctrine Command of the army.
Kevin Aligbe, TRADOC commander, charged the officers to focus fully on the important task ahead.
He said, “The examination aims to evaluate the officers’ proficiency in various aspects of the military profession, including command ability, tactical employment, and physical fitness.”
Mr Aligbe also stressed the importance of the examination, stating that it was a critical milestone in the officers’ careers. He urged the candidates to remain focused, intuitive, and confident in their abilities, assuring them that the examination board was committed to transparency and fairness.
Mr Aligbe disclosed that subjects to cover during the examination include tactics and low-intensity conflicts, map reading, communication and skills at arms proficiency test. Others are driving and maintenance, administration in the field, French language and physical fitness tests.
According to the commander, to ensure the integrity of the examination, the army has put in place strict security measures, including video coverage and invigilation by experienced officers.
(NAN)
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