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Brig-Gen. Ifeanyi takes over as 12th Commander of 32 Artillery Brigade

By Tola Gbadamosi

Brigadier General Justin Ifeanyi has officially assumed duty as the 12th Commander of the 32 Artillery Brigade, Nigerian Army, Owena Cantonment, Akure, Ondo State.

His assumption of office followed a formal handing-over ceremony held at the Brigade Headquarters in Akure.

The development was confirmed in a statement issued by the Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, 32 Artillery Brigade, Major Njoka Irabor.

According to the statement, the outgoing Commander, Major General John Lar, who has been redeployed to the Army Headquarters Department of Special Services and Programmes, expressed appreciation to the officers and soldiers for their support and cooperation during his tenure.

He commended their professionalism and dedication, which he described as instrumental in his recent promotion to the rank of Major General.

While urging them to remain steadfast, he called on the troops to extend the same level of cooperation to his successor.

Speaking after taking over, Brigadier General Ifeanyi charged officers and soldiers to put service and national interest above personal considerations.

He acknowledged the contributions of his predecessor and pledged to build on the progress made under his leadership.

“I deeply appreciate the efforts of Major General Lar in advancing the Brigade’s operations.

“His remarkable and transformative leadership has left an indelible mark, and I am committed to consolidating on his achievements,” he stated.

He also lauded General Lar’s wealth of experience and leadership qualities, wishing him success in his new assignment.

The event featured the signing of the handing-over notes, the decoration of Brigadier General Ifeanyi with the Brigade insignia, the formal transfer of the Brigade flag, and an address to the troops.

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Also present at the ceremony were corps members serving in the Brigade and members of the Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association (32 Brigade Chapter), who made a token presentation to the outgoing Commander in appreciation of his service.

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