Defence Force Training Closing Ceremony

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 5, 2020 (ZIZ News): The final preparations were made at Camp Springfield for the closing ceremony of the St. Kitts Nevis Defence Force’s Basic Military Course #20 which was on the afternoon of the August 6th.

During the ceremony 33 recruits  graduated, among them 9 are female.

The event began at 4pm and was be held under the patronage of Governor General His Excellency Sir S.W. Tapley Seaton GCMG, CVO, QC JP.

The agenda includes remarks by Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of National Security, Osmond Petty, a feature address by Prime Minister Dr. The Hon. Timothy Harris and the presentation of certificates by the Prime Minister and the Governor General.

Due to Covid-19 protocols the ceremony this year will be slightly different as there will be no passing out parade.