NAFRC

The Nigerian Armed Forces Resettlement Centre (NAFRC), Oshodi, Lagos, has conducted its 3rd Quarter Route March as part of efforts to promote physical fitness, endurance and discipline among personnel.

The 10-kilometre route march, which involved personnel of the Centre, was conducted under appropriate supervision and provided an opportunity for participants to build stamina and maintain the high level of physical readiness required in military service.

Addressing personnel at the end of the exercise, the Commandant, Nigerian Armed Forces Resettlement Centre, Air Vice Marshal Nnaemeka Ignatius Ilo, commended them for their participation and resilience throughout the march.

The Commandant emphasised the importance of maintaining physical fitness, noting that regular physical exercise contributes significantly to personnel’s overall wellbeing and operational effectiveness.

In addition, he noted that the security and territory integrity of the nation is a responsibility that must be guarded hence the need to remain steadfast, fit and alert at all times. He further urged personnel to sustain the culture of discipline, which remains a fundamental attribute of military profession.

Air Vice Marshal Ilo encouraged personnel to make physical fitness a continuous part of their daily routine, stressing that the completion of the quarterly route march should not mark the end of their fitness activities.

He also urged them to continue to uphold discipline and demonstrate commitment to their duties, both within and outside the Centre in the protection of the civil populace in order to ensure a safe and secured country.