The Nigerian Army has expressed concern over the low number of applicants from the South-east, revealing that Anambra State recorded just 117 applications out of 38,000 nationwide as of April 7.
Brigadier-General Uche Nnabuihe disclosed this during a sensitisation campaign in Awka aimed at encouraging youths to apply for the 91 Regular Recruits Intake before the May 27 deadline.
He said the initiative seeks to address the imbalance and improve regional representation, urging eligible youths to take advantage of the army’s career opportunities.
Lieutenant-Colonel Ogbemudia Osawe highlighted benefits such as career growth, regular pay, training, healthcare, and international exposure, noting that new training facilities have been established in Abakaliki and Osogbo.
News Agency of Nigeria reports that Anambra’s Permanent Secretary for Youth Development, Ifeatu Emodi, attributed the low turnout to misinformation, while traditional ruler Igwe Michael Okeke-Uche urged youths to enlist.
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