Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has urged the military to carry experience gained at the warrant officers and senior commissioned officer competition to better their carrier.
Speaking at the closing the competition 2025 held at Gibson Jalo Cantonment Yola, Fintiri, applauded the sacrifices and team spirit of the officers, saying the performance of various formations is a testament of dedication, resilience, and shared strength that defined the participating cadre of the military.
Represented by the Chief of Staff Government House Yola Dr. Edgar Amos, he praised the incredible display of physical prowess, skills, and unwavering determination of the officers.
The Governor noted that the completion prepares them physically for the demand of military operations, thereby translating into enhanced combat effectiveness and a greater capacity to respond swiftly and decisively to threats.
He urged them to carry the advantages gained from the exercise in the discharge of duties, hoping that the endurance displayed will further inspire them to face operational challenges with renewed vigour.
The competition is the culmination of activities including drill, combat swimming, map reading, skills at arms, and obstacle crossing.
This saw 23 armoured brigade Yola, coming first in drill, map reading and obstacle crossing, while 6 brigade Jalingo, came first in combat swimming and skills at arms, followed by other formations in second and third positions.
23 armoured brigade emerged the overall winner and was presented with a gold medal.
Outstanding officers in the competition were also decorated with medals and the presentation of souvenirs to governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri as well as other invited guests equally featured.
Hussaini Hammangabdo
Press Secretary
