Nigerian Army Holds Joint West Africa Social Activities in Minna to promote unity in diversity
By Our Correspondent
The Nigerian Army has held the 2024 Joint West Africa Social Activities (WASA) at the Minna Military Cantonment parade ground to showcase unity in diversity.
Major General Kalvin Aligbe, Commander, Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) of the Nigerian Army, expressed delight at witnessing the end of the year 2024 joint WASA.
“This event provides the opportunity for social activities of officers and men of the Nigerian Army to wine and dine with their families and friends as well as showcase their cultural heritage as Nigerians,” Aligbe said.
He reiterated that TRADOC NA and 31 Arty Bde conducted all its activities for the training circle for the year 2024, which was successfully executed in line with AHQ Training Directives.
Aligbe commended the bravery and dedication of the troops, saying, “The sacrifices and dedication to duty of our troops cannot be quantified.”
He also appreciated the Niger State Government for its continued support of the military in the state.
The commander urged all security agencies to maintain synergy and collaboration, pivotal to achieving overall security success in the state.
Aligbe described WASA as an opportunity for Nigerians in the army to come together and celebrate their achievements for the year.
“WASA has fostered socialization and commitment as everyone is being carried along to build the required synergy for all of us to operate in the field and where we socialize.
In his welcome address, Brigadier General Hamidu Bobbo, Commander of the 31 Artillery Brigade, commended the troops for their bravery and sacrifices.
Bobbo said the army would continue to work towards winning all land battles in the defence of the territorial integrity of Nigeria, protecting national interest, and accomplishing tasks in a civil authority.
In his remarks, Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, commended the Nigerian army’s efforts in improving the security situation in the state.
The Governor, who Rtd represented. Gen. Bello Abdullahi Muhammad, Commissioner for Homeland Security, cited improvements in security by the Bago administration, saying there is travel safety, farming activities, and harvests across the State.
The governor said WASA has fostered unity and cohesion among the army, promoting a sense of oneness among Nigerians.
WASA is an annual event organized by the Nigerian army to celebrate Nigeria’s diverse, rich cultural heritage.
The event brings together officers, soldiers, and their families in a relaxed atmosphere to celebrate and mark the end of the year’s activities.
Highlights of the event included cultural displays, dance performances, regimental activities by the troops, and the presentation of awards to officers for their outstanding performance.
