Major General Godwin Mutkut Assumes Command as New Force Commander of MNJTF
Major General Godwin Mutkut has officially assumed command as the new Force Commander (FC) of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF). The handover ceremony took place on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at the MNJTF Headquarters in Farcha, N’Djamena, Chad. He succeeds Major General Ibrahim Sallau Ali, whose tenure was marked by significant strides in regional security and counterterrorism efforts across the Lake Chad Basin.
In his inaugural address, Major General Mutkut expressed gratitude to the Lake Chad Basin Commission (LCBC) and the contributing member states for entrusting him with the leadership of the regional force. He pledged to build on the achievements of his predecessors and continue advancing the MNJTF’s mission of fostering peace and stability in the region.
"I am honoured to take on this responsibility and committed to working closely with all stakeholders to consolidate our gains and address the evolving security challenges in the Lake Chad Basin," Major General Mutkut stated.
Outgoing Force Commander, Major General Ibrahim Sallau Ali, congratulated his successor and expressed confidence in his ability to lead the MNJTF to greater heights. He highlighted Major General Mutkut’s vast operational experience, having previously served as the Commander of Sector 3 MNJTF, General Officer Commanding 8 Division Nigerian Army, and Force Commander of Operation HADARIN DAJI in Nigeria. He noted that Major General Mutkut's deep understanding of the security landscape within the Lake Chad Basin would greatly benefit ongoing counterterrorism operations in the region.
Major General Godwin Mutkut is a distinguished senior officer of the Nigerian Army, renowned for his extensive operational experience and exemplary leadership. He is widely recognized as a tenacious leader, having commanded the 8 Division of the Nigerian Army, which played a key role in combating terrorism and banditry in North West Nigeria. His appointment underscores the commitment of MNJTF member states to ensuring capable leadership in tackling the complex security challenges within the Lake Chad region.
The MNJTF, a multinational military formation composed of forces from Nigeria, Chad, Cameroon, Niger, and Benin, remains a crucial force in the fight against terrorism and insurgency in the region.
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