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Army begins shooting exercise in Kaduna

“The exercise aims to enhance the marksmanship skills of officers and soldiers, as well as assess the serviceability of their weapons,” the army said.

• March 19, 2026
Nigeria Soldiers
Nigeria Soldiers

The headquarters of 1 Division, Nigerian Army, says it will conduct its First Bi-Annual Range Classification Exercise for 2026 from March 23 to 27 at the Nigerian Air Force Base Shooting Range, Mando, Kaduna.

The exercise was announced in a statement on Thursday.

“The exercise aims to enhance the marksmanship skills of officers and soldiers, as well as assess the serviceability of their weapons.

“Therefore, 1 Division urges residents of NAF Base, Mando, and neighbouring communities not to panic at the sound of gunshots or movement of troops and equipment during the period,” it said.

The statement also advised members of the public to stay away from the range area throughout the exercise for safety reasons.

It added that the division expressed appreciation for the public’s continued cooperation and understanding. 

(NAN)

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