By Nkechi Eze
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has reaffirmed the importance of physical fitness, discipline and endurance to military professionalism and operational effectiveness, following the successful conduct of its Second Half 2026 Route March in Abuja.
The exercise brought together officers and personnel from various departments and units of the Defence Headquarters as part of efforts to promote physical well-being, strengthen camaraderie and sustain the physical and mental alertness required for effective military service.
According to an official statement signed by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, represented by the Director General, Joint Doctrine and Warfare Centre, Major General AE Edet, congratulated personnel on successfully completing the exercise.
Edet commended their commitment, determination and enthusiasm throughout the route march, stressing that regular physical exercise and a healthy lifestyle remained essential components of military professionalism.
He urged personnel to sustain the momentum by incorporating regular physical activities into their daily routines, noting that physical fitness was critical to maintaining operational readiness and effectiveness.
The exercise also provided an opportunity for personnel to interact, strengthen bonds of camaraderie and promote unity across the various departments and services within the Defence Headquarters.
The Defence Headquarters said the successful completion of the second half route march underscored its commitment to building a healthy, disciplined and combat-ready Armed Forces of Nigeria.
