You must remain physically, mentally prepared to discharge your responsibilities - DHQ to personnel

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has emphasized the critical need for military personnel to maintain physical fitness, discipline, and endurance. This message follows the successful completion of the Second Half Defence Headquarters Route March 2026 held in Abuja. The event aimed to promote the overall well-being of Armed Forces of Nigeria personnel and involved officers and personnel from various departments and units.

Major General AE Edet, Director General of the Joint Doctrine and Warfare Centre, expressed congratulations to the participants for their completion of the exercise and praised their commitment, determination, and enthusiasm. He stressed that regular physical exercise is vital for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and achieving military professionalism. Edet further urged personnel to stay physically and mentally prepared to effectively carry out their responsibilities.

The senior military officer encouraged participants to maintain the spirit demonstrated during the route march by integrating regular physical activities into their daily routines. Physical fitness, he noted, extends beyond engaging in organized military exercises, as it requires a consistent commitment to healthy living and personal discipline.

The route march also served as a platform for officers and personnel to interact, build relationships, and foster unity and camaraderie among various departments and services within the Defence Headquarters. DHQ highlighted that the successful completion of the exercise underscores its dedication to creating a healthy, disciplined, and combat-ready Armed Forces of Nigeria. The statement, signed by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, was dated November 13, 2026.