The Chief of Army Staff has charged the troops of 81 Division to be law abiding and ensure compliance with the laws of Lagos State.
A statement by the Director of Army Public Relations, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu said the Army Chief stated this in Lagos State Nigeria while addressing the troops of 81 Division.
He assured the troops that their welfare and that of their families would not be taken for granted under his administration. He further called on the troops to remain committed to the fight against insecurity in their areas of responsibility.
The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 81 Division, Major General Mohammed Usman, who had briefed the COAS on the security situation of the Division’s area of responsibility, expressed appreciation for his support to the Division while assuring him of the Division’s commitment to Nigerian Army’s mission by, keying to the COAS’ Command Philosophy.
General Lagbaja while in Lagos commissioned a newly constructed Fire Station at Bonny Cantonment, in order to ensure the safety of lives and property in cantonments. He noted that the station would serve to support emergency and response agencies when the need arises.
The COAS equally inaugurated newly constructed 30 blocks of flats to accommodate soldiers of the rank Corporal and below at 174 Battalion, Odogunyan Barracks, Ikorodu, Lagos state. The Project according to the COAS, was executed to improve the welfare of troops and that of their families.
Other projects commissioned by the COAS in the barracks are three renovated and remodeled 12 units Corporal Below Quarters. The commissioning of the housing projects ignited moments of electrifying joy, as soldiers and their families, who witnessed the commissioning of the housing projects cheered in appreciation.
Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, General Lagbaja stated that he was particularly impressed, seeing the quality of work done and expressed optimism that the projects will no doubt, stand the test of time.
Dominica Nwabufo
