Director Army Public Relations, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu disclosed in a press statement that the newly constructed block of flats is complete with a Living room, two bedrooms, ensuite bathrooms and toilets, as well as a kitchen in each flat.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the COAS pointed out, that the structure is part of efforts to meet the accommodation demands of troops and their families. He presented keys to soldier beneficiaries of the new accommodation.
Gen Lagbaja has also assured troops that he will sustain the ongoing transformation of the Nigerian Army, through effective interventions in training, equipment acquisition and infrastructural development across formations and units of the Nigerian Army.
The COAS gave the assurance today, when he addressed combined troops of Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI, Headquarters 7 Division, 7 Division Garrison and 212 Battalion at the 212 Battalion Parade Ground, Maimalari Military Cantonment, Maiduguri.
He affirmed that all welfare issues will be treated with utmost concern, adding, " Be rest assured that what is due to you will get to you. The personal and group life insurance will be taken care of. Light, water and other amenities will be provided in your barracks".
He urged the troops to reciprocate with unhindered adherence to core values of the Nigerian Army and unalloyed loyalty to the constitution and Government of Nigeria.
The COAS also visited the Headquarters 7 Division, where he was briefed by the General Officer Commanding 7 Division Nigerian Army, who also doubles as Commander Sector 1 JTF OPHK Maj Gen Peter Mala.
