The COAS pointed out, that unlike other professions, recruitment into the NA is a national call to defend the territorial integrity & sovereignty of Nigeria & therefore requires citizens who are not only physically and medically fit, but also mentally & emotionally stable.
RECRUITMENT INTO NIGERIAN ARMY NOT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY BUT A CALL TO DEFEND NIGERIA – Gen Yahaya
The COAS later embarked on a tour of the facility and paid a visit to candidates who were receiving attention at the medical centre.