{
  "id": 11489572,
  "title": "Army chief orders professionalism as new Oyo, Osun formations begin",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/army-chief-orders-professionalism-as-new-oyo-osun-formations-begin",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-02T17:36:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/army-chief-orders-professionalism-as-new-oyo-osun-formations-begin/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Maj. Gen. Auwalu Mahmuda, the General Officer Commanding of 2 Division in the Nigerian Army, has cautioned troops stationed in the recently established formations in Oyo and Osun states against unprofessional behavior. Mahmuda delivered this warning during his inspection of the newly set up Headquarters 7 Brigade in Oyo and 137 Battalion in Ile-Ife, Osun State, as part of his mission to ensure the successful launch of these units. Lt. Col. Jonah Danjuma, the Acting Deputy Director of 2 Division Army Public Relations, reported this in a statement to journalists in Ibadan. According to Danjuma, Mahmuda urged the troops to maintain discipline and proactiveness in their duties, and emphasized the importance of professionalism, mindful conduct, and protecting the army's image and reputation. He stressed that any unprofessionalism would not be tolerated and that the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, expects exemplary conduct from all members of the force. Mahmuda also underscored the necessity of maintaining harmonious civil-military relations with host communities. The formation of these new units aims to effectively tackle contemporary security issues, Mahmuda informed the troops. The Nigerian Army has been actively improving soldiers' welfare, adhering to the COAS's Soldiers First Concept. He further encouraged the troops to reciprocate by staying committed to their duties and preventing criminal elements from acting freely. The GOC was welcomed upon arrival in Ile-Ife by the Commanding Officer of 137 Battalion, Lt.-Col. Christopher Okwujiako. Community leaders in Ile-Ife, led by Sooko Adegboyega Ogunwusi, expressed gratitude to the Nigerian Army for setting up the 137 Battalion in the town. This visit was a part of Mahmuda's broader mission to examine the locations and ensure the troops settle in promptly to commence their duties.",
  "summary": "The General Officer Commanding, 2 Division, Nigerian Army, Maj. Gen. Auwalu Mahmuda, has warned troops deployed to newly established formations in Oyo and Osun states against unprofessional conduct. Mahmuda gave the warning during a visit to the newly established Headquarters 7 Brigade in Oyo and 137 Battalion in Ile-Ife, Osun State, as part of efforts Read More:…",
  "key_points": [
    "Maj. Gen. Auwalu Mahmuda warns troops against unprofessional behavior in new Oyo, Osun formations.",
    "Mahmuda emphasizes professionalism, discipline, and protecting army's reputation.",
    "New units aim to tackle contemporary security issues and improve soldiers' welfare."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "Army chief orders professionalism as new Oyo, Osun formations begin",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/army-chief-orders-professionalism-as-new-oyo-osun-formations-begin-11489976",
        "published": "2026-10-02T17:38:53.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Ripples Nigeria",
        "title": "Army GOC tasks new Oyo, Osun formations on discipline, professional conduct",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/army-goc-tasks-new-oyo-osun-formations-on-discipline-professional",
        "published": "2026-10-02T18:01:27.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}