The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3 Division/Commander Operation SAFE HAVEN (OPSH), Major General AE Abubakar, has emphasized the crucial role of training in achieving professionalism for the capacity development of troops to enhance skills and boost performance. He made this declaration today 29 February 2024, during the inauguration of the First Quarter Driver Basic Course 1/2024 at the Headquarters 3 Division Auditorium, Maxwell Khobe Cantonment, Jos.

Major General AE Abubakar highlighted the increasing demand for skilled drivers due to the rising operational requirements across the nation, underscoring the approval from Army Headquarters for the commencement of driver training at the Divisional level. He stressed that the training aims to reinforce and supplement the Division’s pool of drivers to meet operational needs effectively.

Representing the GOC/Commander OPSH, Brigadier MK Sanda, the Commander 3 Division Garrison, encouraged participants to seize the opportunity to enhance their driving capabilities and skills.

Delivering his welcome address, the Acting Commander 73 Supply and Transport Brigade, Colonel Bello Abbas, drew attention to the escalating need for trained drivers and the concerning frequency of road transport accidents involving military vehicles operated by unskilled personnel. Hence the significance of the course.

The GOC/Commander OPSH’s commitment to advancing professionalism through training is in tandem with the Chief of Army Staff’s dedication to improving operational efficiency and safety. Such initiatives are vital for ensuring the preparedness and effectiveness of military personnel in fulfilling their duties across diverse operational environments.

The event was attended by senior officers from Headquarters 3 Division and representatives from Federal Road Safety Corps and Vehicle Inspection Organization Plateau State.

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Training Essential For Achieving Professionalism – GOC 3 Division