The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has conducted its Second Half 2026 Route March in Abuja, reaffirming the importance of physical fitness, discipline and endurance among personnel of the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
According to the Director, Defence Information, Maj. Gen. Samaila Uba, who disclosed this on Friday, the exercise brought together officers and personnel from various departments and units of the DHQ to promote physical well-being, strengthen esprit de corps and enhance the physical and mental alertness required for effective military service.
Speaking on behalf of the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, the Director General, Joint Doctrine and Warfare Centre, Major General AE Edet, congratulated personnel on successfully completing the exercise.
He commended their commitment and enthusiasm, stressing that regular physical exercise and a healthy lifestyle are essential to military professionalism and operational effectiveness. He urged them to make physical activities part of their daily routines.
The route march also provided an opportunity for personnel to interact, strengthen camaraderie and foster unity across the various departments and services within the Defence Headquarters.
The successful exercise underscores the DHQ’s commitment to building a healthy, disciplined and combat-ready Armed Forces of Nigeria, Samaila stated.
