By Miriam Humbe
The Defence Headquarters has successfully conducted its Second Half Defence Headquarters Route March 2026 in Abuja, as part of efforts to promote physical fitness, discipline, endurance and overall well-being among personnel of the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
Major General Samaila Uba, the Director Defence Information disclosed this in a statement signed on Friday.
The exercise brought together officers and personnel across the various departments and units of the Defence Headquarters aimed at sustaining a culture of physical fitness, strengthening esprit de corps and enhancing 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 all personnel for successfully completing the second half route march for 2026.
He commended their commitment, determination and enthusiasm throughout the exercise.
He further reminded personnel of the importance of regular physical exercise and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, stressing that physical fitness remains an essential component of military professionalism and operational effectiveness.
He encouraged all personnel to sustain the spirit of the exercise by making regular physical activities part of their daily routines.
The route march also provided an avenue for personnel to interact, strengthen bonds of camaraderie and promote unity across the various departments and services within the Defence Headquarters.
The successful conduct of the Second Half Defence Headquarters Route March 2026 further demonstrates the commitment of the Defence Headquarters to promoting a healthy, disciplined and combat-ready Armed Forces of Nigeria.
