Residents of Bauchi State have been informed by the Nigerian Army that a live-fire protest is planned for Wednesday, September 23, 2026, along the Bauchi-Jos Road.
The Nigerian Army Armour School at Obienu Barracks will lead the drill from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The exercise will include the movement of troops and military equipment, as well as the use of live fire and projectiles, according to a statement released on Tuesday on behalf of the Commandant, Major General Sunday Makolo.
The message, which was signed by Major Adekunle A. Adeyemi, acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, Nigerian Army Armoured Corps, asked locals not to be disturbed by the soldiers’ presence or the sounds of gunfire and explosions during the drill.
Throughout the exercise, the Army issued a warning to the general population to avoid the specified training area.
Farmers and livestock rearers who work in the vicinity of Zaranda Hill and Geji village were specifically asked to stay away from the area until the exercise was over.
According to the statement, the required safety precautions have been implemented to safeguard people and property.
Additionally, it asked locals to comply with security guards and follow all directions given during the drill.
The Army emphasised that avoiding the specified area would help prevent accidents and guarantee public safety.