Navy commander restates commitment towards security, others

Commander, Naval Unit Abuja, Navy Commodore Oluseyi Oladipo, has restated the commitment of the officers and men under his command towards enhanced security and defense of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and its environs.

The commander made this commitment today when he paid a maiden courtesy visit to the Commander Guards Brigade, Brigadier General Adebisi Olusegun Onasanya, at the Headquarters Guards Brigade, Aguyi Ironsi Cantonment, Asokoro, Abuja.

In his remarks, Commodore Oladipo noted that the Guards Brigade and the Naval Unit Abuja have always collaborated in the areas of security, regimentation, as well as carrying out a host of other ceremonial tasks together, which has led to closer and better delivery of assigned tasks.

He said that more would be achieved with better synergy, assuring of his readiness and dedication in that regard.

Commander Oladipo also appreciated the Commander Guards Brigade and his officers for the warm reception accorded him and members of his entourage, while looking forward to a successful outing as he takes on the responsibility of steering the affairs of the Naval Unit in Abuja.

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Responding, the Commander Guards Brigade, Brigadier General Adebisi Olusegun Onasanya, while appreciating the team for the visit, congratulated the senior officer on his well-deserved appointment and for choosing the brigade as the first point of call upon assuming command.

He recalled their days in the Nigerian Military School (NMS) and Nigerian Defense Academy (NDA), assuring him of the brigade’s readiness and commitment towards effective synergy that would showcase FCT to the world.

Brigadier General Onasanya was optimistic that the new Naval Commander would succeed, considering his wide range of experience and knowledge, which will surely and effectively enable him to discharge his responsibilities, with both units working as a team to move the Federal Capital Territory and its environs forward in the area of security for all residents.

The high point of the visit was the signing of the visitor’s register, the presentation of souvenirs, and group photographs.