The Commander Infantry Corps of the Nigerian Army, Major General Godwin Mutkut, has commended the Headquarters 4 Brigade, Benin City, for its proactive operational posture and impressive administrative achievements, while commissioning a number of completed infrastructural projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and troop welfare.
The Assistant Director Army Public Relations, 4 Brigade Nigerian Army , Benin City, Cpt. Kennedy Anyanwu in a statement said Major General Mutkut gave the commendation during an operational assessment visit to the Brigade Headquarters on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Addressing officers and soldiers, the Infantry Corps Commander conveyed the goodwill message of the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, and praised the personnel for their loyalty, discipline, resilience, professionalism, and commitment to duty.
He urged them to remain focused on their constitutional responsibilities while upholding the core values and ethics of the Nigerian Army.
The senior military officer also stressed the importance of strong family values, encouraging officers and soldiers to show love, care, and respect to their families, noting that a stable home environment contributes significantly to effective military service.
Major General Mutkut further lauded the Brigade for maintaining a robust operational posture that has continued to strengthen security and sustain peace across Edo State.
During the visit, he commissioned several completed projects executed by the Brigade Commander, Brigadier General Ahmed Balogun.
The projects include a remodelled Brigade Conference Room, a new Brigade Operations Room, a Brigade Sick Bay, an ultra-modern Fire Point, a Quarter Guard, and a newly constructed 4 Brigade Mascot and Fountain.
He described the projects as landmark achievements that would improve operational effectiveness, personnel welfare, and the overall working environment.
He also commended Brigadier General Balogun for his visionary leadership and commitment to implementing the Chief of Army Staff’s command philosophy through infrastructure development and effective command.
Earlier, the Commander of 4 Brigade, Brigadier General Ahmed Balogun, welcomed the Commander Infantry Corps and expressed appreciation for the operational assessment visit and the encouragement extended to officers and soldiers.
He reaffirmed the Brigade’s commitment to protecting the lives and property of law-abiding citizens while maintaining the high standards of professionalism, discipline, and operational excellence associated with the Nigerian Army and the Infantry Corps.
The visit featured the commissioning of completed projects, a tour of facilities within the Nigerian Army Cantonment, Ekehuan, Benin City, an interactive session with officers and soldiers, as well as the presentation of souvenirs.
