As part of efforts to strengthen military operations in the country, the Defence Headquarters Assessment Team has visited Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) Joint Operations Area to assess the operational conduct of troops and compliance with the rules of engagement, especially in a multi-agency environment.

Receiving the Defence Headquarters Team at the Headquarters of Operation Safe Haven, the General Officer Commanding 3 Division, Nigerian Army, and Commander of Operation Safe Haven, Major General Folusho Oyinlola, welcomed the assessment team and acknowledged the significance of the exercise to the success of military operations.

Represented by the Chief of Staff OPSH, the commander outlined the operational achievements recorded so far and expressed belief that the visit will improve the operational efficiency of all its operatives.

A statement on Monday by the Media Information Officer of OPSH, Major Samson Zhakon, said the team leader, Air Vice Marshal M.N. Onyebashi, lauded troops’ resilience and fighting spirit across the Joint Operations Area. He added that the OPSH must remain intelligence-driven to address security concerns.

AVM Onyebashi charged troops to maintain a high level of vigilance and shun acts that could distract them from performing their duties diligently. The team leader extended the Chief of Defence Staff’s regards to officers and men of OPSH. He further assured the troops of the CDS’ resolve to continually prioritise the welfare of troops and provide adequate logistic support to enhance the activities of OPSH.

The Defence Headquarters Operation Assessment Team, in continuation of the assessment, visited troops of OPSH on the frontline in Sector 3 Bassa, Sector 8 Mangu, and Sector 6 Riyom. The team, upon arrival, was received and briefed comprehensively on operational activities by the sector commanders.

Additionally, AVM Onyebashi, during his address to troops at the sector, commended their efforts in the fight against non-state actors and further urged them to sustain an aggressive posture while maintaining neutrality, discipline, and dedication to duty.

Highlights of the visit were the presentation of Quarter Guard at Headquarters OPSH and the Operations Brief. Others included signing of the visitor’s book, presentation of a souvenir and a group photograph.