Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has commended the outgoing Commandant of the Nigerian Navy College of Accounts and Finance, Owerrinta, Commodore B.U. Quadri, for his professionalism and contributions to the security of Abia State.
Governor Otti stated this on Thursday while receiving the outgoing Commandant and his successor, Commodore Emmanuel Onu, at his residence in Nvosi.
He noted that Commodore Quadri has contributed immensely to the state's security architecture, especially during the state's monthly security meeting.
He assured the incoming Commandant, Commodore Emmanuel Onu, of the State Government's continued cooperation and support, urging him to build on the achievements of his predecessor and strive for even greater accomplishments.
"All we expect is that you will do better. You can count on the same support we gave him.
"We will also give you so much support so that you can do better," Governor Otti assured Commodore Onu.
Introducing the new Commandant to Governor Otti, the outgoing Commandant, Navy Commodore B.U. Quadri described his time in Abia as challenging but rewarding.
Commodore Quadri particularly thanked Governor Otti for his respect for the professional independence of security agencies, noting that the Governor provided an enabling environment for them to discharge their duties without unnecessary interference.
The outgoing Commandant formally introduced his successor, Commodore Emmanuel Onu, a member of Direct Regular Course 12, who had served the Nigerian Navy for over three decades and brings extensive professional experience to his new assignment.
He expressed confidence that his successor would build on the achievements recorded during his tenure and further strengthen the relationship between the Nigerian Navy and the Abia State Government.
Commodore Quadri also appreciated the Abia State Government for its support to the Nigerian Navy College but appealed for further support towards improving accommodation facilities for officers and men of the institution.
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