EXTRA: Army rewards soldiers with cash, bicycles for good conduct

The division 3 of the Nigerian Army (NA) has rewarded 58 soldiers from various units with cash and bicycles for good conduct and dedication to work in Plateau state.

The gifts were presented on Monday by Abdulsalam Bagudu, general officer commanding, headquarters 3 division, Jos, the Plateau capital.

While presenting the rewards, Bagudu said the initiative was part of his vision to appreciate personnel for their commitment and also motivate others to be hard working.

“One after the other, 58 soldiers selected from various units of the Nigerian Army (NA) in Jos filed out to collect their prizes from the general officer commanding (GOC) 3 division and commander operation SAFE HAVEN (OPSH), major general Abdulsalam Bagudu Ibrahim at headquarters 3 division auditorium Jos,” Ishaku Takwa, media officer of operation safe haven (OPSH), said in a statement.

“Presenting cash gifts and brand new bicycles to the soldiers, General Abdulsalami Bagudu noted the initiative was part of his vision to reward hard work and commitment to duty and also serve as means to motivate other personnel in the cantonment to be more dedicated to their task.

“He revealed that it was not just hard work that earned the recipients the award but a combination of hard results and character. He further maintained that character and attitude speaks volume of human personality.

“Never you think you have not been watched, and you must be seen to represent the Army positively anywhere you are.”

The GOC warned soldiers against being found wanting, adding that any officer involved in misconduct will be punished.

He commended the chief of army staff for rewarding outstanding performance and urged the other personnel to work towards earning the next set of awards.