MAJ GEN JO OCHAI TAKES OVER COMMAND AS 32ND COMMANDANT NDA

JO Ochai assumed command as the 32nd Commandant of the Nigerian Defence Academy, today 26 June 2023. Taking over from Maj Gen IM Yusuf, who proceeds on retirement after 33 years of meritorious service.

In his brief remarks during the Handing and Taking Over ceremony at the NDA Headquarters, the outgoing Commandant, Maj Gen IM Yusuf, thanked God for a successful career and fruitful tenure as Commandant NDA. He appreciated the entire NDA community for their various support while he was Commandant and urged them to extend the same cooperation to his successor, Maj Gen JO Ochai, whom he described as a highly decorated officer and the right man for the job.

While applauding the appointment of Maj Gen Ochai, the erstwhile Commandant described his relationship with the new Commandant as cordial, having worked together in different capacities, including 7 Division Maiduguri and Department of Operations, Army Headquarters, Abuja.
He therefore congratulated Maj Gen JO Ochai on his appointment, wishing him a successful tenure in office.

Speaking also at the event, the Commandant NDA, Maj Gen JO Ochai, described his appointment as a privilege to serve,
noting that his primary responsibility is towards the cadets and staff development.
He appreciated his predecessor, Maj Gen IM Yusuf, describing him as a great man and successful military officer. He further disclosed that it would be difficult to fill the shoes of his predecessor but he has been prepared to handle the responsibility, through the out gone Comdts mentorship and training. He also expressed readiness to learn, noting that every appointment is an opportunity for learning and improvement.

The Commandant used the occasion to congratulate General IM Yusuf for his successful retirement and thanked him for his impressive service to the Nigerian Armed Forces and the nation. He also wished the outgone Commandant the very best in life.

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