Nigerian Navy Urges Students to Avoid Drugs in Outreach
During an educational medical outreach in Calabar on Tuesday, part of the Nigerian Navy's 70th anniversary celebrations, Capt. David Odu, the Command Education Officer of the Eastern Naval Command, urged students to shun drugs. This initiative aligns with the strategic vision of the Chief of Naval Staff to strengthen civil-military relations and enhance the Navy's contribution to Nigeria's socio-economic development.
The Nigerian Navy, established in 1956, remains committed to its constitutional responsibilities, including the defense of territorial integrity and maritime interests. Rear Adm. Chidozi Okehi, the Flag Officer Commanding, emphasized that education is an essential weapon for change.
Cdr. Ahmadu Moham, representing the Nigerian Navy Reference Hospital in Calabar, reiterated the importance of the educational medical outreach and cautioned students against social vices, particularly illicit drug use, stating that a healthy body is necessary for better learning and personal development.
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