The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Nigerian Army, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, alongside his Rwandan counterpart, the Army Chief of Staff, Rwanda Defence Force, Major General Vincent Nyakarundi, participated in a walking session at the Kigali Running Track, Rwanda, on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.
A statement signed by Colonel Appolonia Anele Acting Director Army Public Relations said the exercise was aimed at promoting physical fitness, strengthening military camaraderie and reinforcing professional bonds between both armies.
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The endurance walk and physical exercise highlighted the strategic importance of sports and physical training in building endurance, discipline, resilience and operational readiness among military personnel. Regular physical conditioning remains essential to sustaining combat effectiveness, enhancing troops’ ability to withstand operational demands and preparing personnel for the rigours of military service.
Beyond its physical benefits, the session provided an avenue for strengthening mutual trust, deepening professional relationships and fostering comradeship among officers and men of both armies. Such engagements promote shared military values, enhance interpersonal understanding and reinforce the spirit of cooperation and unity required for effective teamwork and mission success.
