The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja has commissioned the newly constructed official residence of the Regimental Sergeant Major (RSM) of Headquarters Nigerian Army Women Command in Muhammadu Buhari Cantonment Giri, FCT on 23 July 2024.

In his remarks, The Chief of Army Staff, stated that the construction of RSM’s official residence is one of the deliberate steps of the Nigerian Army under his leadership towards reinforcing the prestige, pride and good reputation of the RSM’s office. He pointed out that accommodation is a very critical aspect of troops welfare, as such the NA will continue to build more accommodations within the limit of its resources and competing demands as a testimony to the premium which he places on improving the welfare of troops.

The COAS who was represented by the Commander Army Headquarters Garrison, Major General Koko Isoni stated that RSMs regularly bring knowledge derived from several years’ experience in service and various trainings to bear in supporting a commander to achieve set goals of the unit or formation. He further charged the RSM NAWC and other personnel to ensure proper care and maintenance of all facilities, amenities and infrastructure within their quarters and offices.

While Welcoming the Representative of the COAS at the event, the Commander Nigerian Army Women Command, Brigadier General Mathias Amatso averred that the Command was honored and elated by the construction of the RSMs official residence. Gen Amatso thanked the Chief of Army Staff for the laudable project which will impact positively in enhancing regimentation and discipline in the command. He said it wil also spur others to strive towards attaining the enviable position of an RSM.

Presentation of the house keys to the NAWC RSM, a tour of the residence, vote of thanks and group photograph were part of the highlights of the commissioning.

MAUREEN OGBUKA
Lieutenant
Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations Nigerian Army Women Command
23 July 2024.