The Nigerian Defence Academy has announced plans to carry out a live firing exercise for cadets of the 76 Regular Course.
According to the News Agency of Nigeria, this was disclosed in a statement released in Kaduna by the academy’s Public Relations Officer, Maj. Reuben Kovangiya.
He explained that, the exercise, named “Elementary Application of Fire”, is scheduled to hold between April 23 and April 25 at the NDA Open Range in Afaka.
Kovangiya noted that the training will feature both daytime and nighttime firing sessions.
He also assured residents of Mando, Tsamiya, Kauya and the wider Afaka area that adequate safety arrangements have been put in place to ensure the exercise is conducted safely and successfully.
However, he cautioned members of the public to stay clear of the training location and avoid trespassing during the exercise period.
He further appealed for cooperation from residents, urging strict compliance with the safety advisory issued by the academy.
