General Lagbaja Commends Army Corps of Engineers in Lagos

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja has lauded the innovative acumen of the Commander Corps of Engineers, Major General Philip Eromosele and officers and soldiers of the Corps for their ingenuity by keying effectively into the transformation agenda of the COAS. 

A statement by the Director Army Public Relations, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu said he gave the commendation while commissioning the newly constructed Nigerian Army (NA) Shopping Complex at Bonny| Military Cantonment, Lagos.

This transformation agenda according to General Lagbaja includes revolutionising Nigerian Army personnel welfare through provision of comfortable accommodation and befitting living and working environment.

He commended their exceptional skills and effectiveness in executing myriads of diverse projects for the Nigerian Army and the nation at large, describing their efforts as "noteworthy contributions to national development". 

Gen Lagbaja pointed out, that the Nigerian Army Corps of Engineers have so far, amongst several other successful projects constructed over 40 roads and recovered over 58 Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) in the Joint Task Force North East Operation Hadin Kai theatre as well as the safe clearance of the 2002 Bomb explosion scene in Ikeja Cantonment, Lagos.

“Today's commissioning of this Shopping Mall represents a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to enhance the welfare and well-being of our personnel and their families”.

The Army Chief expressed his appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his tireless support and continuous guidance. 

He stated, that the leadership of the Nigerian Army shall continue to focus its energy at ensuring that the NA actualizes Mr President’s commitment to secure the lives and property of Nigerians.

Earlier, the Commander Corps of Engineers, Major General Philip Eromosele expressed appreciation to the COAS for providing a professional atmosphere that promotes competence and innovation, as well as supports the welfare and well-being of personnel.