ECOWAS Stabilisation Support Mission in Guinea Bissau, 173 Troops Trained by Nigerian Army Deployed

A total of 173 troops have been trained by the Nigerian Army for deployment into ECOWAS peacekeeping mission in Guinea Bissau, under the troops of Nigerian Company 4, ECOWAS Stabilisation Support Mission in Guinea Bissau (ESSMGB). 

The troops were trained at the Martin Luther Agwai International Leadership and Peacekeeping Centre (MLAILPKC) in Jaji, Kaduna State North West Nigeria.

Addressing the contingent at the end of the training, the Chief of Operations Army, Major General Uwem Bassey, applauded the troops on completing their pre-deployment training.

Represented by Deputy Chief of Operations Army Peace Support Operations,, Major General Nansak Shagaya, urged the trainees to uphold the values of courage, integrity, and professionalism.

He revealed that the mission aims to ensure the safety and security of Guinea Bissau’s citizens, building on Nigeria’s long history of contributing to international peace efforts. 

"I charge you to maintain high standards of conduct and discipline, embody the principles of discipline, impartiality, and respect for human dignity" 

"Build upon the foundation laid by previous troops and achieve mission objectives, urging them to inspire confidence and trust in the host communities and respect local laws and traditions" 

He expressed appreciation to the Commandant and Training Team of the Military Leadership and Allied Instructional and Logistic Peacekeeping Centre for their tireless efforts in preparing the troops for the mission.

The Commandant, Martin Luther Agwai International Leadership and Peacekeeping Centre, Major General Ademola Adedoja, said the centre successfully trained two streams of which were the United Nations Interim Security Force 3 for Abyei and ECOWAS Mission in the Gambia.

"These contingents are currently deployed in the mission areas and are making the nation proud through their exemplary service, professionalism and commitment to duty" 

“Their dedication and selfless service is a testament to the ideals and values imbibed in them while at this centre.

He revealed that the centre since it's establishment has trained over 100,000 peacekeepers who have successfully served with distinction in various UN and regional peacekeeping missions such as AU and ECOWAS.

"This achievement is a testament to Nigeria’s long-standing commitment to global peace and security" 

“Accordingly, the graduating troops before us today have successfully completed the design to equip them with the necessary expertise to confront the harsh realities and most challenging nature of peace support operations.

He expressed confidence in the troop's ability to uphold Nigerian’s proud legacy and contribute immensely to the mission in Guinea Bissau.

NAN