The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Lucky Irabor, on Friday, played host to the newly-appointed Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Major General Farouk Yahaya in his office, at the Defence Headquarters (DHQ), Abuja.
According to a statement, Acting Director, Defence Information, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, the CDS congratulated Maj Gen Yahaya on his appointment as the 22nd COAS, describing it as a well-deserved appointment.
The CDS also wished him a successful tenure in office as he assumed command.
General Irabor further urged the new COAS to build on the legacy of his predecessor, particularly in the fight against insurgency and banditry.
Nwachukwu said the COAS was accompanied on the visit by the Chief of Policy and Plans Headquarters Nigerian Army, Maj Gen Benjamin Ahanotu.
Highlight of the visit was the CDS’ presentation of Nigerian Army flag to the new COAS.
Recall that President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday, 27 May, 2021 appointed Maj Gen Yahaya as the new Army Chief.
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