Molly Kilete, Abuja

The three-day training exercise for Nigerian Army Guards Brigade personnel from Corporal and below competition 2018 has commenced.

The exercise, which started, on Monday, is aimed at improving troops skills and proficiency in-weapon handling, enhance map reading and interpretations of maps, improve troops leadership qualities, discipline, endurance and team work.

It is also aimed at improving troops’ proficiency in drill amongst others.

The closing ceremony which is taking place at the Mambila Barracks, has participants from all the five battalions making the Guards    Brigade.

Some of the weapons used for the competition include  General Purpose  Machine Guns(GPMG), AK-47, and FN Rifle.

Details later…