The fresh combatants are members of the 88 Regular Recruit Intake who commenced training at the Depot Nigerian Army in Zaria on Jan. 13 and have completed the six-month rigorous military training.

A total of 6,450 candidates initiated the training in January; however, 255 were unable to complete the training program.

The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede is expected to be the reviewing officer at the passing out parade of the new regular combatants, who are expected to boost the army’s manpower needs.

These recruits are expected to be deployed to the various theatres of operation across the country to combat the existential threats in the country.

They will undergo some kinds of specialised training that would prepare them to function effectively in their various areas of responsibility.