The Commander, 3 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Kano, Brig.-Gen. Saka Jimoh has cautioned students against examination malpractice, age falsification, and other forms of dishonesty.

Mr Jimoh, at a public speaking engagement organised by 3 Brigade, Nigerian Army, at Tony Cheta Secondary School, Sabon-Gari, Kano, warned that such practices undermine future success.

The event was part of activities marking the Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) 2026.

The commander urged students to embrace discipline, hard work, and academic excellence as essential foundations for success in life.

He emphasised the critical role of teachers in shaping the character and future of young people, describing them as indispensable to nation-building.

“The sacrifices of teachers often extend beyond the classroom,” he said.

Recalling his secondary school experience, Mr Jimoh noted that discipline and guidance from his teachers played a major role in his personal and professional development.

He advised students to focus on building their knowledge base, stressing that secondary school education remains the foundation for future achievements.

Mr Jimoh further urged students to avoid social vices such as drug abuse and internet fraud, while urging for patriotism and commitment to national development.

The commander called on teachers, parents, and other stakeholders to collaborate to improve the education system and eradicate malpractice.

He reaffirmed his commitment to youth development and national service, noting that his military experience in different countries had strengthened his belief in patriotism and discipline.

Earlier, Lt.-Col. Gbenga Adekunle and Maj. Hassan Abdullahi, in separate presentations, urged students to embrace patriotism, honesty, and integrity while avoiding crime, cultism, and drug abuse.

They warned that such behaviours undermine personal development and national security.

The duo said the outreach was aimed at strengthening civil-military relations and sensitising students on the role of the Nigerian Army in national defence and development.

The officers stressed that patriotism required commitment to national unity, civic responsibility, and respect for Nigeria’s cultural diversity.

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The officers also highlighted career opportunities in the Nigerian Army, including engineering, medical services, logistics, intelligence, communications, and other specialised fields.

They added that enlistment requires Nigerian citizenship, good character, physical fitness, academic qualifications, and successful completion of screening processes.

The officers reaffirmed the army’s commitment to civil-military relations through community engagement, medical outreach, infrastructure support, and disaster response activities nationwide.

Also speaking, the school’s director, Tony Emecheta, commended the army for its commitment to national security, youth development, and mentorship through educational outreach.

(NAN)