The Nigerian Army has deployed 600 troops to India for specialised training to improve their combat skills and readiness. The Nigerian Army troops to India training programme, led by the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, will focus on jungle and mountain warfare.rfare.
The training aims to prepare Nigerian soldiers to operate in difficult environments, including thick forests, high mountains, and rough terrain where armed groups may hide.
Nigerian Army troops to India
During the programme, the soldiers will take part in demanding exercises to improve their endurance, navigation, and combat skills. The goal is to help them respond to security threats more effectively while reducing the risk of harm to civilians
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The deployment also highlights military cooperation between Nigeria and India. By learning from India’s experience in jungle and mountain warfare, Nigerian troops aim to strengthen their ability to tackle insurgency, armed groups, and other security threats in difficult parts of Nigeria.
The deployment of Nigerian Army troops to India is taking place in stages. The first group of soldiers reportedly left Nigeria under the supervision of senior military officials as part of the training agreement between Nigeria and India. More soldiers may be sent as the programme continues.
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