Commander Infantry Corps Commends 4 Brigade’s Operational Readiness, Commissions Key Projects in Benin

The Commander Infantry Corps (CIC), Major General Godwin Mutkut, has commended the operational readiness and administrative achievements of the Headquarters 4 Brigade, Nigerian Army, during an operational assessment visit to the formation in Benin City, Edo State.

During the visit on Saturday, July 11, Major General Mutkut commissioned several completed infrastructure projects and praised the Brigade for maintaining a proactive security posture that has contributed to peace and stability across Edo State.

Addressing officers and soldiers, the Infantry Corps Commander conveyed the goodwill message of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, and applauded the troops for their loyalty, discipline, professionalism, resilience and commitment to duty.

He urged personnel to remain focused on their constitutional responsibilities while upholding the core values, ethics and traditions of the Nigerian Army.
Major General Mutkut also stressed the importance of maintaining strong family relationships, noting that a stable home environment plays a vital role in enhancing the effectiveness and wellbeing of military personnel.

As part of the assessment visit, the Commander commissioned a series of projects completed under the leadership of the Commander 4 Brigade, Brigadier General Ahmed Balogun. The projects include the remodelled Brigade Conference Room, a new Brigade Operations Room, Brigade Sick Bay, an ultra-modern Fire Point, Quarter Guard, and the newly constructed 4 Brigade Mascot and Fountain.

He described the projects as significant investments that would enhance operational efficiency, improve troop welfare and provide a more conducive working environment for personnel.

Major General Mutkut commended Brigadier General Balogun for his leadership and commitment to implementing the Chief of Army Staff’s Command Philosophy through infrastructure development and effective command administration.

Earlier, Brigadier General Balogun welcomed the Commander Infantry Corps and expressed appreciation for the operational assessment visit, describing it as a morale booster for officers and soldiers of the Brigade.

He reaffirmed the Brigade’s commitment to protecting lives and property across its area of responsibility while sustaining the high standards of professionalism, discipline and operational excellence associated with the Nigerian Army and the Infantry Corps.

The visit also featured a tour of facilities within the Nigerian Army Cantonment, Ekehuan, Benin City, an interactive session with officers and soldiers, and the presentation of souvenirs.