By Gbemiga Olamikan.
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja has charged newly decorated Brigadier Generals to see their elevation as a reward for hard work and exceptional diligence to duty.
Lt. Gen Lagbaja said this during the investiture ceremony of newly promoted Colonels to the rank of Brigadier Generals at the Army Headquarters Abuja, pointed out, that the newly promoted senior officers have worked hard to justify their elevation and suitability for the new rank, then advised them to be above board and remain loyal to the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Mr President and the Nigerian Army (NA).
The COAS directed them to do all within their ambits to animate and ensure implementation of his Command Philosophy of “transforming the Nigeria Army into a well-trained, equipped and highly motivated force, towards achieving our constitutional responsibilities within a joint environment”.
However, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu on behalf of the newly decorated senior officers thanks God for honouring them and their households with elevation in their chosen career. He expressed gratitude to the COAS and other top brass of the NA for their mentorship and guidance, adding that they were equally appreciative of the prayers and support of their spouses and personnel.
He pledged on behalf of the newly decorated senior officers to be absolutely loyal to the President, Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces and the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, as well as the leadership of the Nigeria Army.
