The Leader of the Army Force Headquarters Recruitment Sensitisation Team in Anambra State, Brigadier General Chima Ekeator, has revealed that only 200 youths from the South-East have registered for the ongoing Nigerian Army recruitment exercise.
Ekeator made the disclosure during a sensitisation programme held for youth leaders and President-Generals of various communities in the state.
He expressed concern over the low turnout from the region compared to other parts of the country, where no fewer than 4,000 applicants have registered per state.
“This sensitisation is necessary because, according to records, only 200 persons have registered from the South-East, while in other states, not less than 4,000 persons have registered,” Ekeator said.
He urged youth leaders and community heads to return to their respective communities and mobilise more young people to participate in the exercise.
“Increased youth participation will enhance the representation of the South-East in the force, ensuring that the region’s quota is fully utilised,” he added.
