The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 81 Division Nigerian Army, Major General Farouk Mijinyawa, has charged newly promoted senior officers to prioritize the welfare of their troops and mentor their subordinates.
He gave the charge on Tuesday, 21st October 2025, while decorating newly elevated from the rank of Lieutenant Colonel to Colonel, held at the 81 Division Officers’ Mess, Victoria Island, Lagos.
The decorated officers include the Commanding Officer 1040 Division Workshop, Col NI Ota, Acting Commander 81 Military Intelligence Brigade, Col KE Amedu and the Acting Chief of Staff, 55 Signals Brigade, Col II Peters.
Major General Mijinyawa congratulated the newly promoted officers, describing promotion as both a divine gift and a reward for dedication, discipline, and hard work.
He commended their sacrifices and contributions to the Nigerian Army, urging them to remain committed to excellence while preparing for greater responsibilities ahead.
He further advised them to pay close attention to the welfare of their troops and their families, emphasizing that true leadership is reflected in how well officers care for, and mentor those under their command.
Delivering the vote of thanks on behalf of the newly promoted officers, the Commanding Officer, 1040 Division Workshop, Colonel NI Ota, expressed gratitude to God Almighty and the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, for finding them worthy of elevation.
He also thanked the GOC for his mentorship and strategic guidance, pledging renewed dedication and commitment in their new roles.Colonel Ota equally appreciated their families, friends, colleagues, and subordinates for their prayers and support.
According to Lieutenant Colonel Musa Yahaya, Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 81 Division, Nigerian Army, in a statement added that the event was attended by the President Mess Committee 81 Division Officers’ Mess, Brig Gen UD Igbokwe, Chief of Staff Headquarters 81 Division, Brig Gen MA Oloyede, Commanders 9 Brigade Brig Gen OM Oyekola.
Others included, Commander 55 Signal Brigade, Brig Gen MM Mato, Command 81 Division Garrison Brig Gen GU Bukar, the Acting Commander Ordinance Services Col DC Filibus, Staff Officers, Commanding Officers, family members, and friends of the celebrants.
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