CLOSING REMARKS BY THE CHIEF OF THE NAVAL STAFF VICE ADMIRAL AZ GAMBO AM GSS psc ensp (RSA) MTM MNIM MUSNI FCIS FIIPS FCAI ON THE OCCASION OF INTER COMMAND SWIMMING COMPETITION ON 17 JULY 2021
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1. On behalf of the officers, ratings and civilian staff of the Nigerian Navy, I am pleased to be in your midst this afternoon on the occasion of the closing ceremony of this Year’s Inter Command Swimming Competition. Since the commencement of this Competition a few years ago, we have witnessed a superlative display of talents in the Nigerian Navy. I have no doubt that the Competition has lived up to expectation. Let me also reiterate that this Competition is the Nigerian Navy’s modest contribution to the overall development of water sports in the country.
2. Notably, every year the Naval Headquarters draws up a schedule of events. However, it is one thing to draw a forecast but it is more beneficial when we are able to actualise our plans. This enables us to measure our progress and subsequently our developmental strides. So I want to commend all the Commands and Establishments that have participated in this Year’s Inter Command Swimming Competition. Well done to you all.
3. I must also commend the Officials for their impartial officiating throughout the Competition. In addition, I sincerely appreciate the efforts of the participating Services in the Relays events for gracing the Closing Ceremony of the Competition. No doubt the competition has contributed to building esprit-de-corps among us. Team spirit and cooperative attitude are virtues most desirable at this critical time to meet complex security challenges confronting our dear nation.
4. On this note, let me congratulate all the Nigerian Navy Commands for participating in this Year’s Competition. Though some teams won medals while others did not, what is more important is that your participation has led to the discovery of more talents. I urge you all to maintain the friendship you have established during the Championship.
5. I want to most sincerely thank the organising committee, coaches, participants, the media and everyone else that contributed in no small measure to make this Competition a success. I wish you all journey mercies to your various destinations. Thank you, God bless and Onward Together.
AZ GAMBO
Vice Admiral
July 2021 Chief of the Naval Staff