Residents in Kaduna communities have been informed that the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) will conduct a firing exercise from March 30 to 31 at the NDA Open Range in Afaka. The exercise will feature night firing drills for cadets of Short Service Course 49 (Army).
The academy has assured local residents that necessary safety precautions are in place to ensure a secure operation. However, residents are advised to steer clear of the designated exercise areas during the exercise.
The academy is urging the public to heed this warning in the interest of their safety. The commandant of the academy, Maj.-Gen. Olufemi Olatoye, has expressed gratitude for the public's continued support and understanding.
The Nigerian Defence Academy's decision to conduct a firing exercise in Kaduna raises concerns about the safety of local residents. Maj.-Gen. Olufemi Olatoye's appreciation for public support is welcome, but what about the residents who may not be aware of the exercise? The academy's spokesperson, Maj. Ruben Kovangiya, has assured residents of adequate safety measures, but this is not enough. The Kaduna communities deserve more than just a warning; they deserve concrete guarantees of their safety.
