GOC 8 Division urges troops to sustain vigilance, professionalism in Sokoto
By: Zagazola Makama
The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 8 Division of the Nigerian Army, Maj.-Gen. B.P. Koughna, has urged troops to sustain vigilance, discipline and professionalism in the discharge of their duties.
Koughna, who is also the Commander, Sector 2, Joint Task Force, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (OPFY), gave the charge during an assessment visit to Forward Operating Base (FOB) Tsauna in Illela Local Government Area of Sokoto State.
Security sources said the GOC, accompanied by the Commanding Officer, CSI Battalion VII, visited the base at about 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 18.
During the visit, Koughna commended the troops for their resilience and commitment to duty, urging them to maintain the same level of dedication in their operations.
He also emphasised the need for continued vigilance, discipline and professionalism in carrying out their responsibilities.
The visit was concluded without any incident.
