The Force Commander (FC) ECOWAS Stabilisation Support Mission in Guinea-Bissau (ESSMGB), Brigadier General Danjuma Ribah Dantani, received a delegation from the Senegalese Armed Forces, led by Major General Philippe DIA, at the Force Headquarters in Bissau.
This was contained in a statement signed by Major Reuben Kovangiya Military Public Information Officer, Force Headquarters ECOWAS Stabilisation Support Mission in Guinea-Bissau issued to newsmen.
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Speaking on the purpose of the visit, Major General Philippe, the Inspector General of the Senegalese Armed Forces, disclosed that the delegation was in Guinea-Bissau on an inspection visit undertaken under the directive of the President of Senegal.
He explained that the inspection team was responsible for monitoring Senegalese military contingents and security personnel deployed in operations under the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the African Union (AU), the United Nations (UN) and other components. He noted that the exercise was aimed at assessing various aspects of the personnel’s engagement, including administration, training, financial management and general operational welfare.
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Major General DIA commended the Force Commander for his leadership, dedication and commitment to the mission’s mandate of promoting and sustaining peace and stability in Guinea-Bissau.
In his response, Brigadier General Dantani expressed appreciation to the Inspector General and his delegation for the visit, describing it as timely and encouraging. He noted that such engagements were important in promoting personnel welfare, identifying operational challenges and strengthening the effectiveness of deployed contingents.
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The Force Commander acknowledged that no system was perfect but assured the delegation of his continued commitment to ensuring that the mission remained focused on achieving its objectives.
Highlights of the visit included signing of the visitors’ book, presentation of a memento and a group photograph.
