The Nigerian Army has cautioned members of its promotion examination panel to maintain integrity and professionalism ahead of the 2026 Captain to Major Written Promotion Examination.

The directive was given by the Commander, Training and Doctrine Command, TRADOC, Major General Peter Malla, during a briefing held on May 3, 2026 at the Nigerian Army School of Supply and Transport in Benin City.

Malla, who also heads the examination panel, told members that the process must be handled with fairness and without compromise.

He said candidates are expected to be assessed based on leadership ability, critical thinking, and their readiness to handle current security challenges.

The Army also directed that the exercise be conducted in line with the Nigerian Army Charter for Promotion Examinations 2022 (Revised).

He expressed confidence that the process would be carried out properly and acknowledged the support of the Chief of Army Staff.

Earlier, the Commandant of the school Major General Adebayo Adegbite, said the institution was prepared to host the exercise and ensure it runs smoothly.

The statement was signed by Felicia Daniel, Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, Training and Doctrine Command, and was posted on the official page of the Nigerian Army on May 3, 2026.