Major General AE Abubakar Takes Over As GOC 3 Division And Commander Joint Task Force Operation Safe Haven
It was a colourful ceremony at the Headquarters 3 Division Maxwell Khobe Cantonment and the Headquarters Operation SAFE HAVEN (OPSH) Jos, Plateau state when Major General Abdulsalami Bagudu Ibrahim handed over the mantle of leadership of 3 Division and Joint Task Force Operation OPSH to the New GOC and Commander OPSH, Major General AE Abubakar as the 48th General Officer Commanding 3 Division and 17th Commander OPSH.
Addressing the troops, the outgone GOC and Commander OPSH, General Abdulsalami Bagudu remarked that, posting in the military is a norm, while charging troops to ensure they discharge their responsibilities to the best of their ability as required of the profession. He applauded the professional conduct of personnel during the general election and urged that the standard of regimentation, professionalism and loyalty to the constituted authority must be maintained.
General Abdulsalami Bagudu further charged the troops to ensure facilities under their use are well maintained. He noted that, the lots of infrastructural developments witnessed during his leadership will serve the troops better when properly maintained. He thanked all for the roles played to achieve the landmark development in 3 Division and OPSH.
In his maiden address, the new GOC and Commander OPSH, Major General AE Abubakar appreciated the Chief of Army Staff, Major General TA Lagbaja for giving him the opportunity to serve in dual capacity as GOC 3 Division and Commander OPSH. He further appreciated the outgone GOC and Commander OPSH for the success and the good reputation brought to the division. He noted the command has made remarkable achievements and promised to build on the successes recorded.
General AE Abubakar urged his subordinates to be good followers as he leads by example. He unveiled his vision for 3 Division to include, “Readiness, Synergy and Excellence” which he averred is in tandem with the Chief of Army Staff Command Philosophy “To Transform the Nigerian Army into a Well Trained, Equipped and Highly Motivated Force Towards Achieving our constitutional responsibilities in a joint environment”
The GOC further urged the troops to remain committed, resolute, resilient and focused in protection of lives and property of the citizens. He further revealed his readiness to leverage on capacity development of troops, equipment and team work to face and defeat the enemies of peace.
Revealing his commitment to work with the sister agencies, stakeholders, government and traditional institutions to achieve success, the GOC said he believed in the collective abilities of all and united efforts to succeed.
He paid special tribute to the outgone GOC and affirmed that General Abdulsalami Bagudu displayed exceptional sterling leadership by paying special attention to the welfare of troops and their family.
Highlight of the ceremony include address to troops, signing of Handing and Taking Over notes and Quarter Guard Ceremonies.