GOC 2 DIVISION COMMISSIONS REMODELED CLASSROOM BLOCK AT COMMAND DAY SECONDARY SCHOOL, EDE

GOC 2 DIVISION COMMISSIONS REMODELED CLASSROOM BLOCK AT COMMAND DAY SECONDARY SCHOOL, EDE

The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 2 Division, Nigerian Army (NA), Maj Gen Auwalu Mahmuda, has commissioned a remodelled and completely renovated block of three classrooms at Command Day Secondary School (CDSS), Ede, Osun State,on 3 November 2026. The project was undertaken under the leadership of the Commandant of the school, Lt Col Ibrahim Sani Abdussalam, as part of efforts to expand educational facilities and provide a conducive learning environment.

Speaking at the event, the GOC, who was represented by the Commander, Engineer Construction Command (ECC), Brig Gen Mohammed Oshioke Momoh, expressed appreciation to the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt Gen Waidi Shaibu, for his contributions to educational development and other welfare initiatives. This he said has uplifted the welfare of the troops and their families.

Brig Gen Momoh also emphasised the importance of appreciating teachers for their invaluable contributions to society. He noted that teachers play a significant role in shaping the society and that their efforts deserve recognition. Reflecting on his formative years, he recalled the important role his teachers played in his education and personal development. He urged the students to make proper use of the facility for their benefit and future development. The Commander made some donations in support of educational interventions in the school.

Earlier, the Commandant of CDSS Ede, Lt Col Abdussalam, in his welcome address, expressed gratitude to the COAS and the GOC for providing the resources, enabling environment and strategic guidance that made the project possible. He noted that the initiative demonstrated the NA’s unwavering commitment to educational development.

The Commandant further stated that the project was not merely about commissioning a classroom block but about creating opportunities for the future through investment in young minds, who would help strengthen the foundation of the nation. He assured the GOC that the facility would be properly maintained.

DANJUMA JONAH DANJUMA
Lieutenant Colonel
Acting Deputy Director
2 Division Army Public Relations
4 November 2026