Men and officers of the Nigerian Navy Ship, Delta engaging in firing exercise on Thursday in Benin
The Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Delta, Warri, on Thursday engaged its men and officers in firing exercise to enhance their weapon handling proficiency.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the two-day exercise was held at the 4 Brigade Garrison, Nigerian Army Shooting Range, Benin.
Speaking shortly after he partook in the exercise, the NNS Commander, Commodore Abba Muhsin, said the exercise was also aimed at enhancing combat readiness and operational capabilities of the personnel.
Muhsi, who was represented by Capt. Solomon Paul, Executive Officer of the NNS, explained that the biannual event was usually conducted to bring the operations of the military to speed.
“It is a biannual exercise which is usually conducted to bring operations up to speed in weapon handling capabilities
“The today’s performance was very good; the turnout was also very good because we have the participation of all men of the NNS Delta and all other Nigerian Navy units within the Warri area,” he said.
The naval boss advised the personnel to take the exercise very seriously and with utmost dedication.
He said this would enhance the successes of the personnel in the performance of the constitutional roles and protection of Nigerian assets.