The Nigerian Army has completed the pre-deployment training for 197 troops for a peace-keeping mission in Gambia Today being Friday.
The pre-deployment training started on April 3 in Kaduna State by troops of the Nigerian Company 8 ECOWAS Mission in the Gambia (NIGCOY 8 ECOMIG).
Maj.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, who the Nigerian Army Chief of Operations addressed the contingent during the training held at Martin Luther Agwai International Leadership and Peace Keeping Centre (MLAILPKC) in Jaji, Kaduna, as he reaffirms Nigeria’s commitment to the deployment of quality peacekeepers as part of its contributions to international peace and security.
Lagbaja, who was represented by the Commandant of MLAILPKC, Maj.-Gen. Emmanuel Undiandeye, said the exercise was targeted at getting them refreshed and polished in the knowledge and expertise of the troops in peace support operations.
He said, “…The training was to enable you to have a firm grasp of all the rudiments involved in the protection of a civilian-mandated mission.
I was also informed of your commendable performance during the pre-deployment training.
This is a testimony to your enthusiasm for the training and the upcoming deployment to the mission area.
I implore you to remain focused and committed throughout your tour of duty in the Gambia.
He also urged the troops to deliver excellent services and exemplary leadership to promote the image of the Armed Forces and Nigeria at large.
I must warn you to desist from any form of untoward incidents that could tarnish the image of the Armed Forces and Nigeria at large.
As such you must at all times conduct yourselves professionally.”