GOC 3 Division, OPSH commission projects in Yola

Major General Abdulsalam Abubakar, General Officer Commanding, 3 Division Nigerian Army, NA, and Commander Operation Safe Haven, OPSH, has commissioned a number of projects while on an operational visit to 23 Brigade Yola.

The GOC stated during the Commissioning ceremony at Gibson Jalo Cantonment Yola, Adamawa State, that the projects would contribute to the overall development and well-being of troops, allowing them to perform their duties of protecting citizens’ lives and property to the best of their abilities.

Major General Abubakar stated that the projects were meticulously planned and executed in order to provide personnel and their families with a conducive and comfortable living environment.

He said that “the projects are to ensure troops rest and recharge to enable them to perform at their best.”

General Abubakar further noted that the commissioned projects are not mere structures but symbols of progress, unity, and dedication of the NA leadership to providing necessary infrastructure and facilities to help troops excel in their duties and live a fulfilling life.

He implored personnel to utilise the projects efficiently, as they represent the trust, and support of the nation and the Armed Forces to the troops. He further charged the troops to carry out their duties professionally as they continually make sacrifices for the nation.

While thanking the Chief of Army Staff for his visionary leadership and continued support to 3 Division, the GOC commended the Commander 23 Brigade, Brigadier General MJ Gambo for setting a befitting standard in the infrastructure development of the cantonment.

The Commander of the 23rd Brigade stated that the successful completion of the projects was made possible by the GOC’s support and strategic guidance.

He thanked Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, Chief of Army Staff, for considering 23 Brigade worthy of benefiting from Chief of Army Staff intervention projects. He shares the Brigade’s commitment to carrying out its constitutional mandate in accordance with the COAS’s mission mandate.

The remodeled Gibson Jalo Cantonment Gate and Quarter Guard, the newly constructed RSM Office, the renovated 231 Battalion office complex, and renovated officers and soldiers accommodation are among the projects commissioned.

Other notable features include the newly built and renovated electric-powered water borehole, the renovated 23 Brigade Cemetery, and the newly renovated Officers’ Quarters.