The Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) of the Nigerian Army has commenced its annual Captain to Major Practical Promotion Examination (CMPPE) in Bauchi.
Major Yahaya Nasir Kabara, assistant director of army public relations, said in a press statement that the examination and practical exercise will take place from October 11 to 15.
“The examination is an outdoor activity aimed at evaluating the proficiency of officers in the field while developing their junior leadership capabilities for higher responsibilities in the Nigerian Army.
“As such, there would be a noticeable increase of Army personnel and activities within Bauchi metropolis”, the statement reads in part.
According to the Army, the officers would be put through a 13-kilometer fitness test on Tuesday, October 12th, 2021, starting from a site within Bauchi metropolis and ending at the Barracks.
He asked members of the public not to be alarmed if they saw a large number of military soldiers in full uniform within and around the Bauchi city.
Kabara said a liaison has been established with the NPF and FRSC for traffic control during the period of the test.
