Nigerian Army begins promotion examination

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The Nigerian Army has commenced its 2018 practical promotion examination for 173 officers, who are seeking promotion from the rank of lieutenant to captain.

The Examination President, Maj.-Gen. Adeku Salihu, flagged off the one-week exercise at the headquarters of 6 Division, Nigerian Army, Port Harcourt, on Monday.

Salihu disclosed that the 173 male and female officers were drawn from formations and units across the country.

“The candidates will be tested on their competence level, professional and intellectual ability in the discharge of their duties.

“Candidates will be tested on tactics and low conflict; map reading; radio communication; skill-at-arms proficiency test; driving and maintenance; administration in field and French language.

“The test is intended to prepare candidates to attain the senior staff course and ascertain their improvement, knowledge and standard to military profession.

“The exercise will be used to assess candidates’ knowledge in command and tactical employment of a mechanised infantry company in all stages of war,” he said.

Salihu also stated that candidates must obtain a minimum of 50% in each subject and 60% overall, to pass the examination and warned against malpractice.



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