The Commanding Officer of Nigerian Company 4, NIGCOY 4, ECOWAS Stabilization Support Mission in Guinea-Bissau, ESSMGB, Lieutenant Colonel Bibode Clarke, has handed over command of the Nigerian Contingent to Lieutenant Colonel Afam Junior Chidi, the Commanding Officer of Nigerian Company 5, NIGCOY 5. In his acceptance remarks, the Commanding Officer of Nigerian Company 5, Lieutenant Colonel Chidi, commended his predecessor for his exemplary leadership and for ensuring a seamless transition of command. He pledged to “consolidate on the achievements of Nigerian Company 4 and to continue supporting the mandate of the ECOWAS Stabilization Support Mission in promoting peace, security, and stability in Guinea-Bissau.” The transition followed the successful rotation of Nigerian troops in the mission area and culminated in an official handing and taking over ceremony held at the Nigerian Contingent Headquarters in Bissau. Highlights of the ceremony included the signing of the handing and taking over notes, inspection of the Quarter Guard, the formal handover of command and the Nigerian Company flag, as well as group photograph.