• Hausa Edition
  • Podcast
  • Conferences
  • LeVogue Magazine
  • Business News
  • Print Advert Rates
  • Online Advert Rates
  • Contact Us
Monday, August 4, 2025
Leadership Newspapers
Read in Hausa
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Football
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Football
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us
No Result
View All Result
Leadership Newspapers
No Result
View All Result

Brigadier General Unachukwu Assumes Command As GOC 7 Division

by Francis Okoye
3 months ago
in News
Share on WhatsAppShare on FacebookShare on XTelegram

Brigadier General Ugochukwu Unachukwu has officially assumed duty as the 15th General Officer Commanding (GOC) 7 Division/ Commander of Sector 1, Operation Hadding Kai, following a formal handover ceremony held on Tuesday, 29 April 2025, at the Division’s Headquarters in Maimalari Military Cantonment, Maiduguri, Borno State.

Advertisement

A statement issued to journalists yesterday in Maiduguri by the Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations, 7 Division Nigerian Army, Lt Col, Ajemasu Yake Jingina,  said General Unachukwu,  a versatile seasoned senior officer who is known for his combat prowess has held both command, staff and instructional appointments in the Nigerian Army where he performed excellently when he was Commander 21 Special Amoured Brigade Bama.

He said until his recent appointment as the GOC, General Unachukwu’s last appointment was Commander 63 Brigade and Commander Sector 1 South South Operation Delta Save.

“He took over from Major General Abubakar Haruna. During his tenure, General Haruna was credited with notable strides which enhanced the security situation in his Area of Responsibility (AOR),  which has paved the way for improved socio-economic activities,” the statement reads.

Speaking at the ceremony, General Haruna, who is proceeding to a new role as Director, Future Casting at the Nigerian Army Heritage and Future Centre expressed gratitude to God Almighty for a successful tenure.

RELATED

NASS Seeks Peaceful Resolution As 34 SANs Appear In Judges’ Salaries Suit

Hunger: Stakeholders Seek Nutrition Units In MDAs, LGAs

1 minute ago
Hardship: Ex-minister Nduese Essien Warns Of Looming Anarchy

Ex-Minister Opposes New State From Akwa Ibom

3 minutes ago

He also appreciated the dedication and support of officers and soldiers under his command.

He described his successor as a seasoned senior officer with vast operational experience and a better understanding of the situation and the terrain.

He expressed confidence that General Unachukwu would build on the existing successes and continue to confront the menace of the security challenges effectively in his Area of Operations.

In his remarks, General Unachukwu described his appointment as a rare privilege and promised to do his best in order to uphold the confidence bestowed in him by the Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General OO Oluyede.

He lauded his predecessor’s leadership and achievements and pledged to consolidate on the past gains and intensify efforts to promote peace and stability in his AOR.

He thereafter wished General Haruna continued success and God’s guidance in his new appointment.

Highlights of the ceremony include signing the handing and taking over notes, decorating the new GOC with the Division’s insignia, handing over the command flag, and lowering and hoisting flags, which signifies the end and beginning of an era.

Other activities include, the outgoing GOC’s farewell address to officers and soldiers of the Division, a group photograph, and an inspection of the quarter guard.

 


We’ve got the edge. Get real-time reports, breaking scoops, and exclusive angles delivered straight to your phone. Don’t settle for stale news. Join LEADERSHIP NEWS on WhatsApp for 24/7 updates →

Join Our WhatsApp Channel




SendShareTweetShare
Previous Post

May Day: Bauchi Speaker, SUBEB Chair Call For Collaboration Between Workers, Stakeholders

Next Post

Adamawa Sets Up Committee For Review Of MDAs’ Salaries

Francis Okoye

Francis Okoye

You May Like

NASS Seeks Peaceful Resolution As 34 SANs Appear In Judges’ Salaries Suit
News

Hunger: Stakeholders Seek Nutrition Units In MDAs, LGAs

2025/08/04
Hardship: Ex-minister Nduese Essien Warns Of Looming Anarchy
News

Ex-Minister Opposes New State From Akwa Ibom

2025/08/04
Establish Branches In All LGAs, Buni Directs Yobe Microfinance Bank
Health

Buni Upgrades CHC Gadaka To General Hospital As Yobe Absorbs 422 Health Workers

2025/08/04
Judges’ Remuneration: NJC Backs Suit Ahead Of July 15 Judgement
News

NJSC Dismisses A Magistrate, Two others

2025/08/04
Adeleke Tasks Olakunle On NYSC Mandate
News

Lawyer Seeks Investigation Into Killing Of Corps Member

2025/08/04
Niger Gov, Others Celebrate Etsu Nupe At 70
News

Trust Each Other, Etsu Nupe Advises Couples

2025/08/04
Leadership Conference advertisement

LATEST

Hunger: Stakeholders Seek Nutrition Units In MDAs, LGAs

Ex-Minister Opposes New State From Akwa Ibom

SDP Faults INEC’s Rejection Of Candidates In By-election

Opposition Will Collapse In Edo Before 2027 – Gov Okpebholo

Coalition Partners Must Unite To Strengthen ADC – Lukman

LG Poll: PDP Members Emerge APC Candidates In Rivers

Buni Upgrades CHC Gadaka To General Hospital As Yobe Absorbs 422 Health Workers

NJSC Dismisses A Magistrate, Two others

Lawyer Seeks Investigation Into Killing Of Corps Member

Trust Each Other, Etsu Nupe Advises Couples

© 2025 Leadership Media Group - All Rights Reserved.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Football
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us

© 2025 Leadership Media Group - All Rights Reserved.