By Jennifer John
The Nigerian Army has perfected arrangements for the 2022 edition of the Army Day Celebration to be hosted in Imo State.
The Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL), according to information from its public relations unit, is an annual event aimed at showcasing the commitment of the Nigerian Army as a professional, responsive force over the years.
According to the information, event for this year is scheduled to hold in Owerri, Imo State from 29 June to 6 July.
“The theme for this year’s NADCEL is “Repositioning the NA in the Joint Operations Environment: A Panacea for Success in Addressing Contemporary Security Challenges”.
It revealed activities lined up for the weeklong event to include; Chief of Army Staff Press Briefing, Jumaat prayers, Interdenominational service, commissioning of Civil-Military Cooperations, cum Quick Impact Projects, NADCEL lecture, Chief of Army Staff Commendation Awards,
Parade, among others.
“Consequently, residents of Imo state and particularly within Owerri, would witness increased movement of troops and military equipment for the ceremony.
“The good people of Imo state are therefore advised not to panic but remain calm and go about their normal activities peacefully”. The release concluded.