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The Nigerian Army says applications for the short-service combatant commission course will be open on August 5.
“The SSC application is open to both civilians and serving military personnel. Only serving military personnel sponsored by civil institutions by any of the services of the armed forces shall be considered.“On completion of training and commissioned as officers, the SSC commission officers would serve in the combat arms and combat support arms of the Nigerian army.
“Candidates must submit a letter of attestation from their former institutions. Measure in height at least 1.68 m and 1.65m ,” the army said.“Must not have been convicted by any court of law. Military personnel must not have any disciplinary case and must be endorsed by the commanding officer/commander.
“Possess a valid certificate of state of origin. Applicants must possess an NYSC discharge certificate or a valid certificate of exemption.“Only post-secondary academic credentials obtained from year 2014 to date will be considered. Applicants must present valid contact addresses and telephone numbers of parents/guardians and next of kin.
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