The Nigerian Army has cautioned its officers and soldiers against engaging in any illegal activity during the next general elections.
The warning was given to Guards Brigade soldiers by Brigadier General Adamu Yari Yakubu, Director of Exams for the Department of Army Standard and Evaluation (DASE).
In the Federal Capital Territory, at the Brigade Forward Operations Base in Kwali Area Council, was the General with his crew (FCT).
According to Captain Geoffrey Abakpa, Public Relations Officer Guards Brigade, Yakubu sent the soldiers to make sure that all voters could cast ballots in a safe and tranquil setting.
He commended the level of preparation by the combined troops, adding that “synergy is key towards ensuring a hitch free election”
Yakubu also advised Nigerians to conduct themselves in a lawful manner, stressing that electoral violence would not be tolerated.
The Commander Guards Brigade, Brigadier General Aminu Umar was represented by the Assistant Chief of Staff, Lieutenant Colonel Kayode Akinsowon.
Aminu assured that the brigade was working with security agencies to ensure Abuja remains safe before and after the elections.
The combined troops, he added, have been sensitized on electoral laws and code of conduct for the armed forces.