KATSINA, KATSINA STATE– In a tactical move to promote intellectual development and bridge the space between the militaries and the civilian population, the 17 Brigade of the Nigerian Army has successfully conducted its first inter-school academic quiz competitors.
The occasion, held on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at the Officers’ Mess in Katsina, brought together ten secondary schools to contend in an extensive test of scholastic efficiency.
The effort belongs to the armed force’s non-kinetic approach to security, concentrating on education as a tool for youth development and community engagement in the Northwest region.
A Fight of Wits and Knowledge
The competitors challenged the taking part trainees across 3 core thematic areas: Mathematics, English Language, and General Knowledge.
According to the organisers, the curriculum-based concerns were designed to stimulate vital thinking and motivate students to see scholastic quality as a foundational worth.
Brig.-Gen. Ishaya Ibrahim, the Brigade Leader, represented by the Brigade’s Chief of Personnel, Col. Neriah Yakubu, emphasised that the Nigerian Army’s commitment to national stability extends beyond tactical operations to the intellectual empowerment of the more youthful generation.
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“This initiative is aimed at encouraging academic excellence. We remain committed to supporting programs that promote education and inspire students to pursue the greatest requirements of intellectual development.”
At the conclusion of the high-stakes contest, NAOWA Secondary School, Natsinta Cantonment, became the overall winner, showcasing exceptional proficiency of the topic. Gobarau College and Little Angels protected the second and third positions, respectively, following a closely contested final round.
The Complete List of Taking Part Schools:
- NAOWA Secondary School, Natsinta Cantonment (1st Place)
- Gobarau College (second Location)
- Babies (3rd Place)
- Government Day Secondary School, Natsinta
- Government College Katsina
- Baiwa Alheri Academy
- Federal Government Day Secondary School, Kofar Yandaka
- Katsina College
- St. Martin’s Academy
- Erodite Comprehensive College
Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC)
The Leader expressed optimism that this maiden edition would lead the way for a yearly custom in Katsina State.
By hosting trainees within the military facility, the 17 Brigade aims to humanise the “male in uniform” and influence students to think about professions in professional service and academia.