The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has rounded off a three-day operational visit to formations under the 6 Division, Nigerian Army, commissioning several landmark projects and paying a courtesy call on the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno.
During the tour, the Army Chief inaugurated multiple infrastructure projects initiated by the General Officer Commanding (GOC), 6 Division, Major General Emmanuel Eric Emekah, and other commanders.
At Port Harcourt Barracks, the COAS unveiled the Headquarters 6 Division Office Complex Extension, the Python Harmony Centre, new Corporal and Below Quarters (CBQs), remodeled cantonment facilities, a Petroleum Oil Lubricant Point, and upgraded battalion infrastructures.
In Bayelsa State, he commissioned the 16 Brigade Annex Complex, an electrification project executed by the NDDC, a Garrison House, newly installed transformers, and remodeled officers’ quarters. He also laid the foundation for the construction of 20 units of two-bedroom flats for Senior Non-Commissioned Officers at Elele Barracks.
In addition, the COAS inspected the newly renovated Medical Reception Station at Wellington Barracks, Ibagwa Barracks, Akwa Ibom State.
As part of his leadership engagement drive, Lieutenant General Oluyede visited Governor Umo Eno at Government House, Uyo, where he commended the state’s consistent support to the Army, describing it as a key factor in Akwa Ibom’s relative peace and stability.
He reaffirmed that the Nigerian Army “belongs to all Nigerians” and remains committed to its constitutional responsibilities.
In his remarks, Governor Eno praised the Army’s contributions to peace and security in the state, highlighting the strong civil-military cooperation with 2 Brigade under Brigadier General Alex Tawasimi. He assured the Army of the state government’s continued partnership.
The COAS also addressed troops at 29 Battalion Parade Ground in Port Harcourt and 6 Battalion Parade Ground in Ibagwa, Abak LGA, Akwa Ibom.
He applauded their resilience in anti-oil theft and pipeline protection operations, while reiterating his “Soldier First” policy which places troop welfare at the forefront.