Yusuf Hassan Mohamed, a Nautical Science Level 6 cadet at the Bandari Maritime Academy, has said that the academy’s clean, orderly, and well-maintained environment played a major role in inspiring his recognition as the “cleanest cadet” during regimental training, just one week after joining the institution.
Mohamed noted that the emphasis on cleanliness at the academy immediately resonated with him because it reflected values he grew up with at home. He explained that from a young age, his mother instilled in him a strict culture of cleanliness and personal discipline, insisting that high standards of hygiene and orderliness were non-negotiable in daily life. According to him, this upbringing shaped his habits early on, including learning to take responsibility for washing and caring for his own clothes while still a child.
He added that, in his understanding, cleanliness is not only a matter of appearance but also a moral and spiritual value, which he believes aligns with his faith. This belief, he said, strengthened his commitment to maintaining personal and environmental hygiene even before joining the academy.
Reflecting on the regimental training at Bandari Maritime Academy, Mohamed described the exercise as both demanding and highly instructive. He said the training played a crucial role in shaping the new cadets by instilling discipline and essential life skills needed for maritime studies and future professional life at sea.
He highlighted that the training emphasized respect for authority, strict adherence to instructions, teamwork, and leadership development. One of the most impactful lessons for him, he said, was time management. Cadets were required to report early and maintain strict punctuality throughout the rigorous training schedule, which helped them quickly develop a strong sense of responsibility and discipline.
Mohamed further noted that the experience has already begun to transform the cadets’ approach to their studies and daily routines. He expressed confidence that the habits formed during the training—especially discipline, organization, and punctuality—will continue to benefit them throughout their academic journey at the academy and later in their maritime careers.
He concluded by expressing optimism that the foundation laid during the early training period will help all new cadets become more structured, responsible, and professionally prepared individuals as they progress through their studies.
