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Phillips and Lovell promoted to Brigadier Generals
– Phillips to succeed Rear Admiral Best as Army Chief
Newly appointed Brigadier Mark Phillips has promised the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Donald Ramotar that he will hold, tightly, on to the principle of professionalism as he gears to move the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) from strength to strength.
Phillips has his moment
At the Office of the President yesterday afternoon, former Colonels Phillips and Bruce Lovell were both officially promoted to the rank of Brigadier General.
Brigadier Phillips is expected to assume the command and control of the Guyana Defence Force, following the retirement of Chief of Staff, Rear Admiral Gary Best on September 16.
At the simple Badging ceremony, Brigadier Phillips said that he has all intentions to maintain the longstanding professional characteristic of the GDF.
Phillips vowed to continue his hard work and thus aid in the maintenance of standards in the army.
During his brief speech yesterday, President Ramotar said that Brigadier Phillips is simply reaping the benefits he sowed through hard work and dedication over the years.
The Head of State added that based on the fact that the man of the moment is always a hard worker, it is a pleasure to promote him.
The President gave his blessings and well wishes to both newly promoted Generals.
Brigadier Lovell has 20 months remaining before he proceeds into retirement.
As he gave brief remarks just after his new rank was unveiled, Brigadier Lovell disclosed that when he joined the Guyana Defence Force some 35 years ago, he never anticipated attaining the rank of a General. According to him, he merely wanted to serve.
Lovell said that he is thankful that the Government has reposed its confidence in him and has found it fit to promote him to the rank of Brigadier General. Lovell said that in the 20 months he has remaining to serve the GDF in his new capacity, he intends to maximize his potential and serve at his best.
President Ramotar (left) pins the insignia on Brigadier Lovell
Both Brigadier Phillips and Brigadier Lovell expressed thanks to their families and the Guyana Defence Force for supporting them over the years.
Current Chief of Staff Gary Best was recently promoted to Rear Admiral. He, too, goes into retirement soon.
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