The Commander Infantry Corps, Nigerian Army, Maj.-Gen. Abdul Ibrahim, has urged infantry officers, soldiers, and units to confront the enemy for a total defeat.

Mr Ibrahim gave the charge during a send-off for six senior officers, held at the Headquarters ICC Conference Room, Jaji Military Cantonment, Kaduna State, on Friday.

 He also encouraged the posted officers to maintain professionalism and distinguish themselves in their new assignments.

Mr Ibrahim acknowledged the contributions of the posted officers, wishing them success in their future roles.

The posted officers include Brig.-Gen. HM Bello, former COS HQ ICC, Brig,-Gen. AS Bugaje, and Col. OU Lawal.

 Also posted were Lt.-Col. YU Andrew, Lt.-Col. MM Garba, and Lt.-Col. A Audu, holding various roles at the ICC Records Office and Training.

 The redeployed officers will assume positions as brigade commanders, commanding officers and garrison commanders, among others.

 Mr Ibrahim praised the redeployed officers, describing them as hardworking, competent, and professional.

 He thanked them for their significant contributions and urged them to excel in their next assignments, meeting expectations of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede.  

The CIC commander encouraged infantry officers to look forward to serving at Jaji, whether in the Corps Headquarters, NASI, or other infantry units, as Jaji is the infantry’s home.

 He promised a shift toward a more cohesive, mission-oriented, and efficient Infantry.

 In his vote of thanks, Brig,-Gen. Bello thanked God for the day and expressed gratitude to COAS for trusting them with key positions.

Mr Bello promised that the posted officers would work hard to make the COAS proud and pledged loyalty to the corps and the Nigerian Army.

 Senior officers at the ceremony lauded the posted officers’ contributions to the corps and said they would be greatly missed.

 Highlights included the presentation of plaques to the posted officers by the infantry commander.

(NAN)