SIBU: Brigadier-General Johnny Lim Eng Seng is the new Commander of the 31st Infantry Brigade here.
He took over the duty from Major-General Dato’ Fadzil Tajuddin during a handing over of duty ceremony held at Junaco Park Camp here, yesterday, witnessed by 1st Infantry Division Commander, Major-General Dato’ Toh Choon Siang.
Major General Dato’ Fadzil Tajuddin will retire soon after serving as Commander of the 31st Infantry Brigade since 4 January, 2017.
A total of 21 officers and 220 rank and file took part in a parade held in conjunction with the handing over of duty ceremony for the new commander of the 31st Infantry Brigade.
In his speech, Major-General Dato’ Fadzil said January 4, 2017 was a historic moment for him because on that date he had taken over the helm of the 31st Infantry Brigade.
“This means that for one year, nine months and 15 days I have been entrusted by the army leadership to lead this brigade.
“In that short period of time, I have to admit that there are not many things that can be done in improving the capabilities of Border Regiment (RS) Brigades, whether in terms of human resources, logistics as well as welfare of members and their families.
“Nevertheless, I am very proud that the members of these brigades are still patient with me and continue their day-to-day tasks without doing things that are detrimental to discipline, while maintaining the image of the team and the union,” he explained.
Hence, he hoped that members of the 31st Infantry Brigade would continue to support the new leadership to ensure that the brigade prosper.
“Although the 31st Infantry Brigade has only be set up for two years in Bumi Kenyalang, it is undeniable that it has been serving the people of the state very well.
“Hence, keep this momentum and boost your determination to ensure that we are known as a ‘Cekal Waja’,” he said.
Also present were 31st Infantry Brigade Chief of Staff, Lt Col Mohd Zaini Hashim, operator of Junaco Park Camp, Kiu Siong Hii and others.
