By Jimmy
The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) has declined applications from 29,559 individuals seeking admission as cadets for the 75th Regular Course at the military institution.
Only 441 cadets, including one student from the Gambia, were formally inducted into various degree programs as part of the 75th Regular Course.
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Major General John Ochai, the NDA Commandant, revealed this information during the matriculation ceremony. He highlighted that the selection of these 441 cadets from a pool of over 30,000 applicants emphasizes the academy’s commitment to competence and adherence to international standards.
Emphasizing the importance of competence and compliance, General Ochai addressed the newly matriculated cadets, urging them to maintain unwavering dedication and embrace the principles of self-discipline and resilience throughout their training. He underscored that the academy’s training is designed to prepare them for national defence operations.