Major General Hassan Gadem Tafida has officially assumed command as the 22nd Commander Corps of Nigerian Army Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (NAEME). The Handing and Taking Over ceremony took place at the Headquarters Nigerian Army Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, marking a transition of leadership and responsibilities on Friday, July 14, 2023.
During the event, Major General Abdulkadir Mohammed, the outgoing Commander Corps of Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, expressed his gratitude to the officers and men of the Corps for their unwavering support, loyalty, and commitment throughout his tenure. He emphasized the importance of professionalism in providing Equipment Support for the Nigerian Army, highlighting the need for continuous improvement among the Corps’ personnel.
Major General Mohammed also acknowledged the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Major General TA Lagbaja, for the opportunity to serve the Nigerian Army in a higher capacity. He attributed his achievements to the collective contributions of the officers and men under his command and urged them to extend the same support to his successor, Major General Hassan Gadem Tafida, who he described as a highly committed and decorated senior officer with impeccable moral standards.
In response, Major General Tafida expressed his appreciation to Major General Mohammed for his exemplary leadership and the smooth transition of command. He commended the outgoing Commander for his achievements, particularly in facilitating the construction of the new Headquarters in Giri, Abuja, and other initiatives aimed at enhancing service delivery within the Corps.
Major General Tafida pledged to build upon his predecessor’s good legacies and further enhance the repositioning of the Corps for improved service delivery. He called on all personnel under his command to align themselves with his vision and work collectively towards taking the Corps to greater heights. He also expressed gratitude to the COAS for entrusting him with the appointment, assuring him of his unwavering commitment to achieving the COAS Vision for the Nigerian Army.
The ceremony featured significant moments such as the signing of Handing and Taking Over Notes, the decoration of Major General Hassan Gadem Tafida with the Corps Insignia, the presentation of the Corps Flag, and the lowering and hoisting of flags. Furthermore, there was an inspection of the Quarter Guard and a group photograph to commemorate the occasion.
With Major General Tafida at the helm of the Nigerian Army Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, the Corps looks forward to continued progress and development under his leadership, as he strives to uphold the values and accomplishments of his predecessor.
