A Nigerian delegation led by Major General TE Gagariga paid an official visit to the Nigerian Contingent at Yundum Barracks, The Gambia, on 22 July 2026. The delegation, which was in The Gambia to attend the 19th African Security Watch Conference, considered it imperative to visit the contingent before departing for Nigeria.
This was contained in a statement signed by Captain Kela Babale Public Information Officer Nigerian Contingent, ECOMIOG issued to newsmen.
Addressing the officers and soldiers during the visit, Major General Gagariga commended the troops for their commitment to duty and reminded them that they serve not only as peacekeepers but also as ambassadors of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. He emphasized that their conduct, professionalism, and interactions with the people of the host nation would significantly shape Nigeria’s image and reputation. He therefore urged all personnel to remain disciplined, uphold the highest standards of professionalism, respect constituted authority, and strictly adhere to the Nigerian Armed Forces’ policy on the responsible use of social media.
The senior officer further charged officers to be responsible, accountable, and exemplary in the discharge of their duties, noting that soldiers naturally look up to their officers for leadership and guidance. He stressed that officers must continually demonstrate exemplary discipline, integrity, and character worthy of emulation.
In his remarks, the Contingent Commander, Lieutenant Colonel YM Abdullahi, expressed profound appreciation to Major General Gagariga and his delegation for taking time out of their busy schedule to visit the contingent. He thanked the team leader for the invaluable words of encouragement and professional guidance, assuring the delegation that the Nigerian Contingent would remain committed to professionalism, discipline, and the successful execution of its mandate under the ECOWAS Mission in The Gambia (ECOMIG), while continuing to uphold the honour and prestige of the Nigerian Army and the nation at large.
The visit featured a guided tour of the Nigerian Contingent Base Camp, where members of the delegation were acquainted with the camp’s facilities and operational activities. The visit concluded with a group photograph.
