6th June, 2018
The British Government on Wednesday donated books to the Depot Nigerian Army, Zaria to enhance reading culture among soldiers.
The books were handed over to the Commandant of the depot, Maj.-Gen. Victor Okwudili-Ezugwu by the Commander, British Military Advisory Training Team in Nigeria (BMATT), Col. Jeremy Bogshow.
Bogshow said that the gesture was to strengthen existing cordial relationship between Britain and the depot.
“The relationship between this particular institution and the British Government dates back sometimes and it will continue to exist and move forward.
“I am delighted to be able to present these books on behalf of the BMATT to the General and to the library, I hope your recruits, your staff and your families will make good use of them.
“Though they are military books but there are some very good books that will give good military background,” he said.
Responding, the depot commandant appreciated the BMATT for what he described as a morale booster and assured proper utilisation of the books.
“Depot is a centre of excellence where we train our recruits to become combatants, robust soldiers for the Nigerian Army, we do both physical and mental training here.
“This library was particularly established just last year to build intellectual capacity for the recruits, officers and families of soldiers,” he said.
Okwudili-Ezugwu noted that the books would assist the recruits, instructors, other officers and their families expand their knowledge.
According to him, BMATT has been striving hard to help Nigeria build the capacity and efficiency of its military.
Also speaking on behalf of 77 Regular Recruits Intake, a recruit, Aso Thomps-Odey observed that the books would add value to the DD Ahmad Library at the depot.
He assured that the recruits would use the books to improve their knowledge and military skills.