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EDO STATE TO SUSTAIN ARMY RECRUITMENT QUOTA UTILIZATION
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CapitalTimesNews / 2 weeks
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Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has pledged to continue sensitizing citizens on utilizing the state’s recruitment quota in the Nigerian Army to enhance national security. The governor made this commitment while receiving a delegation from the Chief of Army Staff, led by Brigadier General Wiito Nzidee, Director of Supply and Transport Services at Army Headquarters. Okpebholo emphasized the importance of involving Edo youths in the recruitment process to bolster the state’s contribution to national security. “The State will work with the Brigade Commander to set up a team to take the message to the 18 Local Government Areas of Edo State. The team will ensure utilization of State’s quota in the Nigerian Army,” he stated. This initiative aims to address Edo’s lagging recruitment numbers, with only 194 registrations out of 2,000 allocated slots for the 89 Regular Recruit intake, compared to other states like Kaduna (2,393), Adamawa (1,701), Bauchi (1,136), and Plateau (1,400). The Army delegation’s visit seeks to create awareness among youths about available opportunities in the Nigerian Army. Commander 4 Brigade, Brigadier General Ebenezer Oduyebo, highlighted that joining the Army not only contributes to national security but also provides employment opportunities. Okpebholo’s administration plans to collaborate with the Brigade Commander to disseminate information across all local government areas, promoting the recruitment drive. This effort underscores the state’s commitment to leveraging its quota and empowering its youth.
