Army: 32 Artillery brigade gets new commander

Brig.-Gen. Justin Ifeanyi has assumed office as the new Brigade Commander of the 32 Artillery Brigade, Akure.

Mr Ifeanyi took over from Maj.-Gen. John Lar. Mr Lar is proceeding to the Army Headquarters Department of Special Services and Programmes.

This was announced in a statement on Friday.

Mr Ifeanyi, who assumed command as the 12th commander of the brigade, called on officers and soldiers of the brigade to place service and national interest above personal interest.

He appreciated the efforts of the outgoing commander by taking the brigade to greater heights and promised to consolidate the good work of his predecessor.

Mr Ifeanyi lauded the remarkable and transformative drive of the outgoing commander and thanked him for all his efforts in sharpening the brigade.

Earlier, Mr Lar thanked officers and soldiers of the brigade for their immense support and cooperation during his tenure.

He acknowledged their professionalism, dedication, and collective contributions, which he said played a vital role in his recent elevation to the enviable rank of major general.

Mr Lar urged the officers and soldiers to extend similar cooperation and support to the new commander to enable him to succeed as he pilots the affairs of the brigade.

Highlights of the event include the signing of handing and taking over notes, decoration of the new commander with the brigade insignia, and handing over of the brigade flag.