Uphold Discipline, Constitutional Responsibilities, Army Commander Urges Troops

The Commander Corps of Engineers (CCE), Major General Shamsudeen Shafaru, conducted an operational assessment visit to the Army Special Forces Engineer Bridge in Doma, Nasarawa State, yesterday.

The visit is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen operational effectiveness in the fight against insurgency in the country. He urged the troops to remain combat- and engineer-ready and to maintain the highest standards of professionalism in the discharge of their duties.

Major General Shafaru commended the troops for their resilience, professionalism, and dedication, particularly in the ongoing fight against insurgency in the North East region.

He was briefed by the Acting Engineer Brigade Commander, Colonel Salihu Ibrahim. During the visit, he emphasized the importance of maintaining combat and engineer readiness while providing professional support to the Special Forces Command in both operational and administrative activities.

The Engineers have played a crucial role in 4 SF Command, where the CCE visited, assessing the operational readiness of engineering units and discussing current missions and infrastructure developments within the Special Forces Command.

The 4 SF Command, where the CCE visited, has been instrumental in supporting Special Forces operations. The Commander of 4 SF, Major General Olurotimi Awolo, expressed gratitude for the visit, highlighting the importance of inter-corps collaboration and operational readiness.

The historic visit underscores the Nigerian Army’s commitment to building capacity and enhancing the welfare of its personnel. It also included discussions on engineering support requirements, infrastructural developments, and the provision of modern engineering platforms and equipment to enhance operational effectiveness.