The Nigerian Military has urged citizens of Enugu Surrounding to not panic upon witnessing bulky motion of troops and gear, or listening to gunshots, between March 17 and March 20.
Appearing Deputy Director of Military Society Family members for the 82 Category, Lt.-Col. Jonah Unuakhalu, gave the recommendation in a commentary issued in Enugu on Thursday.
In line with Unuakhalu, the process is a part of a week-long territory classification workout by way of Nigerian Military body of workers.
“In order with the Military Headquarters Coaching Directives for 2025, the 82 Category of the Nigerian Military will habits its first territory classification workout of the moment from Monday, March 17 to Thursday, March 20, 2025.
“The territory classification will rush playground on the Military Coaching Section in Udi Native Govt Section, situated simply out of doors the Enugu city.
“The exercise is designed to sharpen the shooting skills of officers and soldiers in the division, as well as assess the serviceability of weapons that have not been deployed in operations,” he added.
Unuakhalu additional confident the nation, particularly citizens of Ogbede, Ukehe, Umoka, Affa, Ochima, and Onyohor communities in Udi LGA, that there used to be disagree purpose for alarm.
He suggested them to not panic on sighting bulky motion of troops and gear or listening to gunshots all the way through the required dates.
“Additionally, locals are advised to stay clear of the range area throughout the exercise, as it will involve the use of live ammunition,” he stated.
“Thank you for your usual cooperation, and please accept the warmest regards of the General Officer Commanding 82 Division Nigerian Army,” Unuakhalu added.