.The Passing Out Parade of the Regular recruit intake of the Nigerian Army comes up on Saturday 29th May 2021 at the Depot Nigerian Army Zaria, Kaduna State, Northwest of the country.
The event was scheduled to hold last Saturday, 22nd May but for the death of the Chief Of Army Staff who was to be the Reviewing Officer /Special Guest of honour at the event.
A statement by the Assistant Director Public Relations, Capt. Audu Arigu advised the public to take note of the rescheduled date.
Passing-Out-Parade , the statement emphasised, is one of the series of activities lined up to mark the end of the rigorous training involved in the process of making of a soldier.
“It is the climax of Recruits intensive training in Depot Nigerian Army. The ceremony showcases the height of military discipline and regimentation.
“However, the event could not hold due to the ill-fated plane crash that cut short the lives of the COAS and ten (10) others on the evening of Friday 21 May 2021.
“In view of the above, Depot Nigerian Army wishes to inform the general public that the Passing out Parade is now rescheduled as follows:
” Date: Saturday 29 May 2021
Venue: RSM Hama Kim Parade Ground
Time: 0800Hrs (8:00am) ” the statement concludes.