The 4 Brigade of the Nigerian Army has emerged as the overall winner of the 2026 2 Division Inter-Brigade Corporals and Below Competition held in Benin City, Edo State.
The four-day event, hosted at the Nigerian Army Cantonment, Ekehuan, ran from April 20 to April 23, bringing together formations across the division in a display of skill, endurance, and teamwork.
Commander of 4 Brigade, Brigadier General Ahmed Balogun, said the competition was designed to strengthen combat readiness and leadership capacity among junior non-commissioned officers.
He noted that beyond winning, the exercise aimed to build unity, resilience, and professional excellence within the ranks.
According to him, the platform also encouraged knowledge sharing and fostered stronger bonds among soldiers, ultimately enhancing operational effectiveness.
Speaking at the closing ceremony, the Special Guest of Honour and Commandant of the Nigerian Army School of Supply
and Transport, Major General Adebayo Adegbite, expressed satisfaction with the outcome of the competition. He said the various activities had significantly improved participants’ physical fitness, mental alertness, and leadership abilities.Adegbite urged participants to apply the knowledge gained during the exercise in their respective formations, especially in addressing the country’s current security challenges. He also commended the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, for his commitment to developing junior personnel, describing them as the backbone of the Army.
The competition featured events such as drill exercises, combat swimming, map reading, weapon handling and firing, cross-country races, and obstacle crossing.
Other participating formations included 12 Brigade, 22 Armoured Brigade, 32 Artillery Brigade, 42 Engineers Brigade, and 2 Division Garrison.
At the end of the competition, 12 Brigade finished second, while 2 Division Garrison secured third place.
The closing ceremony attracted heads of security agencies in Edo State, alongside other invited guests, and featured award presentations, souvenirs, and group photographs.
