Senegalese Minister Applauds ECOWAS Peace Support Mission in Guinea-Bissau
The Senegalese Minister of Defence, General Birame Diop (rtd), on Thursday 19 September 2025, paid a courtesy visit to the Force Headquarters of the Economic Community of West African States Stabilisation Support Mission in the Republic of Guinea-Bissau (ESSMGB), located in Bissau City.
A statement signed by Major Yahaya Nasir Kabara, Mission Public Information Officer, ECOWAS Stabilization Support Mission in Guinea Bissau today.
General Diop was accompanied by the Guinean Minister of Defence, Mr. Dionysio Cabi, and the Senegalese Ambassador to Guinea-Bissau, Ambassador Musa, among other senior officials. They were warmly received by the Force Commander, ESSMGB, Brigadier General Edward Odinya Ojabo, along with his staff officers and contingent commanders.
During his remarks, following a detailed briefing on the mission’s activities, achievements, and challenges, General Diop commended the Force Commander for what he described as a very comprehensive and enlightening presentation.
He expressed appreciation for the performance of the Force and congratulated the Commander for the successes recorded so far.
The Honourable Minister encouraged the Force to continue fostering teamwork, unity, and mutual respect, emphasizing that solidarity should remain a core value. He noted that diversity must be embraced as a source of strength. He further charged the Force to uphold discipline at all levels on a daily basis, while also demonstrating tolerance towards one another.
General Diop also stressed the importance of respecting the host nation’s authorities and cooperating with local security agencies in the discharge of their duties.
He concluded by reminding the Force of the hardships the people of Guinea-Bissau have endured in the past, urging them to remain supportive and avoid actions that may worsen the people’s suffering. He underscored that the image and reputation of ECOWAS, as well as that of contributing countries, must be preserved at all times.
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Senegalese Minister Applauds ECOWAS Peace Support Mission in Guinea-Bissau
The Senegalese Minister of Defence, General Birame Diop (rtd), has commended the performance of the ECOWAS Stabilisation Support Mission in Guinea-Bissau (ESSMGB), describing its achievements as vital to consolidating peace and stability in the country.
General Diop gave the commendation on Thursday, 19 September 2025, during a courtesy visit to the Force Headquarters of the Mission in Bissau City. He was accompanied by Guinea-Bissau’s Minister of Defence, Mr. Dionysio Cabi, and the Senegalese Ambassador to Guinea-Bissau, Ambassador Musa, alongside other senior officials.
The delegation was received by the Force Commander, Brigadier General Edward Odinya Ojabo, his staff officers, and contingent commanders, who provided a detailed briefing on the mission’s activities, successes, and challenges.
In his remarks, General Diop praised the Force Commander for what he described as a comprehensive and enlightening presentation. He congratulated the mission for its recorded successes and encouraged the troops to continue promoting teamwork, unity, and mutual respect.
The Senegalese Minister stressed that solidarity and diversity must remain core values within the mission, while urging personnel to uphold discipline and demonstrate tolerance in their daily operations. He also highlighted the importance of respecting Guinea-Bissau’s authorities and cooperating closely with local security agencies.
Reflecting on Guinea-Bissau’s turbulent past, General Diop reminded the troops of the hardships endured by the people and urged them to remain supportive, avoiding actions that could worsen the population’s suffering. He emphasized that the image of ECOWAS and its member states must be preserved at all times through professionalism and respect for human rights.
The ECOWAS Stabilisation Support Mission was established to support Guinea-Bissau in maintaining stability, securing institutions, and assisting local forces in peacebuilding efforts.
By PRNigeria
