…Screening exercise begins November 17 at Cenotaph Pavilion, Asaba
By Yahaya Idris
The Delta State Government has announced that 800 indigenes of the state have been shortlisted for the Nigerian Army 92 Regular Recruit Intake (92 RRI) State Screening Exercise for Trades and Non-Trades Men and Women.
The screening exercise is scheduled to commence on Tuesday, November 17, and end on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, at the Cenotaph Pavilion, along High Court Road, Asaba, the Delta State capital.
The Director-General of the Delta State Bureau for Orientation and Communications, Dr Wilfred Latimore Oghenesivbe, Esq., disclosed this, attributing the impressive number of shortlisted applicants to the state government’s sustained public enlightenment, youth sensitisation and extensive media publicity campaigns.
Oghenesivbe explained that the growing interest among Delta youths in military recruitment reflected the positive impact of the government’s strategic communication initiatives, particularly efforts to ensure that eligible young people are adequately informed about legitimate employment and career opportunities.
He noted that the Bureau had continued to utilise conventional media, digital platforms, community engagement and other communication channels to disseminate information about recruitment opportunities and the necessary requirements for participation.
The Director-General commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for his commitment to creating employment opportunities and improving the socioeconomic well-being of Delta youths through legitimate channels, including enlistment into the Nigerian Army and other military and paramilitary services.
According to him, the governor’s MORE Agenda prioritises human capital development, youth empowerment and the creation of opportunities for young people to become productive, self-reliant and responsible citizens.
He described military service as an opportunity that goes beyond gainful employment, noting that the Nigerian Army provides structured career development, professional training, discipline, leadership experience and opportunities for personal advancement.
The Bureau chief, who also heads media for the State Awareness Creation Committee on Youth Enlistment into Military and Paramilitary Services, highlighted the benefits of military service, including regular salaries, applicable allowances, healthcare services, educational opportunities and professional career progression.
He further explained that serving personnel have opportunities to advance their academic and professional qualifications, with approved educational expenses supported in line with applicable Nigerian Army policies.
Oghenesivbe also observed that improvements in the welfare packages of military personnel, including salary and allowance adjustments across the Armed Forces, had further strengthened the attractiveness of military service as a career option for qualified Nigerian youths.
He urged all 800 shortlisted applicants to take the screening exercise seriously and comply strictly with the official recruitment guidelines and instructions issued by the Nigerian Army.
He advised candidates to ensure that their relevant documents and credentials were properly arranged, appear at the designated screening venue as officially communicated and maintain discipline, honesty and decorum throughout the exercise.
The state government also warned applicants against falling victim to fraudsters and individuals demanding money under the pretext of securing enlistment or influencing the recruitment process.
It emphasised that the Nigerian Army recruitment exercise is merit-based and that no individual or group has the authority to guarantee automatic enlistment.
The Director-General reaffirmed the Delta State Government’s commitment to sustained public enlightenment and strategic communication in support of the MORE Agenda, assuring that the Bureau would continue to provide timely, credible and useful information to enable Delta youths to access employment, empowerment and career development opportunities.
He congratulated the 800 shortlisted applicants and wished them success in the forthcoming screening exercise.
He further urged candidates who eventually secure enlistment to embrace the responsibilities of military service with patriotism, courage, discipline and unwavering commitment to defending Nigeria’s territorial integrity and national security.