THE UNIVERSITY HALL ARMY CADET CORPS, KATALION

A generation of heroes treads the face of this earth. Their sweats mark the four corners of time and eternity and their roars, like a clarion, echoing in the ears and the hearts of men who behold and witness them. A packed battalion of lions with one leader they are, assigned with one mission, one vision and one purpose: to infect MORALE, because morale is contagious, it is the GRACE and springboard that sustains the strength and endurance of a soldier and propels him to greater heights of fulfillment with enthusiasm.  

"MORALE is the GRACE and springboard that sustains the strength and endurance of a soldier and propels him to greater heights of fulfillment with enthusiasm."  

The University Hall Army Cadet Corps, Katalion has been in existence for over five years before inauguration, but was officially inaugurated on 4th June, 2003 by former Cadet Captain Tibiru Puntaanah Lawrence with other cadets at a time where the Corps was not firm and established, under the auspices and command of Lieutenant Colonel S. Ayer, Commanding Officer of the 4th Battalion of Infantry (4BN), Kumasi of the Ghana Armed Forces. The former cadet Captain and his men at that time sought to redefine, reshape and establish the University Hall Cadet. And so during the day of inauguration, a new name was unraveled; KATALION, forged from the combination of the renowned name of the hall of location in Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology; Katanga and the unit that the men form; Battalion. 

The most primary responsibility of the Corps centers on safety, security and discipline in Katanga, among other responsibilities which include representing the University Hall, Katanga in social activities or programs pertinent to our training curriculum and gracing occasions or ceremonies worth our presence both within and beyond the boundaries of this Hall and the University at large in a splendid blend of “Katangeeism” and militarism. The Corps seeks to imbue into cadets the elements of discipline, humility, brotherliness, hardworking and commitment into Cadets through drills, endurance and other activities which make cadets lose their individuality and become unified into a body under obedience to orders (as one man). 

Physical and mental strength are endued in cadets through constant endurance training exercises. A person who undergoes such training tends to develop selflessness, self-confidence, audacity, astuteness, physical and mental endurance, alertness and many other skills and qualities which results in the conquest of fear and timidity.

The Corps has experienced great improvement, successes, achievements, higher level of foot and arm drills and morale over the years after inauguration, witnessing yearly appointment of leadership to carry on the mantle and vision of the KATANGA BATTALION.

Taking cognizance of efforts and servitude to Katalion, due acknowledgement and gratitude is accorded given to all contributions and commitment. 

Indisputably, our high sense of esprit de corps fueled by discipline and unparalleled high morale is unmatched. Our training makes us vibrant and formidable.  We move and live together. We believe in one can do all can do. We never give up. We rest not. We live, fight or die hard!

KATANGA WEE….. WO))!!

Katalion…… We fear no foe! We conquer!! We conquer all!!!